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Is Porcine Heparin halal?

Porcine Heparin is classified haram for halal use with High confidence. An anticoagulant extracted from porcine intestinal mucosa; the standard heparin source in the US and UK. Porcine-derived. Bovine-source heparin and synthetic alternatives (e.g. fondaparinux, DOACs) may be available depending on the clinical context.

Active (anticoagulant) · Confidence: High

Also known as: heparin sodium, porcine mucosa heparin

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What it is

An anticoagulant extracted from porcine intestinal mucosa; the standard heparin source in the US and UK.

Source:FDA — Heparin sodium injection labelingFDA — Heparin manufacturing source

Why it's here

Used IV/subcutaneously to prevent and treat blood clots.

See:FDA — Heparin sodium injection labelingFDA — Heparin manufacturing source

Why it may matter

Porcine-derived. Bovine-source heparin and synthetic alternatives (e.g. fondaparinux, DOACs) may be available depending on the clinical context.

Source:FDA — Heparin sodium injection labelingFDA — Heparin manufacturing source

Common sources
  • Pig intestinal mucosa

Questions to ask

  • Is bovine heparin available in this hospital?
  • Could a DOAC (e.g. apixaban) or fondaparinux meet my clinical need?

Possible alternatives

  • Bovine heparin
  • Fondaparinux (Arixtra)
  • DOACs

Always confirm changes with your clinician.

Reason codes

porcineDerived

Evidence & citations2

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Common questions

Is Porcine Heparin halal?
RxHalal currently classifies Porcine Heparin as HARAM (High confidence). Porcine-derived. Bovine-source heparin and synthetic alternatives (e.g. fondaparinux, DOACs) may be available depending on the clinical context. This is information only — not a fatwa or medical advice.
What is Porcine Heparin used for in medicines?
An anticoagulant extracted from porcine intestinal mucosa; the standard heparin source in the US and UK. Used IV/subcutaneously to prevent and treat blood clots.
What are common sources of Porcine Heparin?
Common sources include: Pig intestinal mucosa. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.
Is bovine heparin available in this hospital?
Ask your pharmacist or prescriber. RxHalal lists this because Porcine Heparin is haram in our cited database.
Could a DOAC (e.g. apixaban) or fondaparinux meet my clinical need?
Ask your pharmacist or prescriber. RxHalal lists this because Porcine Heparin is haram in our cited database.
What are alternatives to Porcine Heparin in medicines?
Possible alternatives mentioned in our database: Bovine heparin; Fondaparinux (Arixtra); DOACs. Always confirm with a clinician before switching.