Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet is an antiplatelet medicine or a blood thinner that helps to prevent the formation of harmful blood clots in your blood vessels. This helps to lower the chances of you getting a heart attack or stroke. It is a widely used medicine for heart protection.
Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet is used to prevent blood clots in patients with a recent heart attack or stroke
Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet is used to prevent blood clots in patients with a recent heart attack or stroke
Uses of Clopidogrel Tablet
- Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Benefits of Clopidogrel Tablet
In Prevention of heart attack and stroke
When the blood pressure is controlled, one is at less risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet reduces the chances of heart disease and helps you remain healthier for longer. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes, such as eating healthy and staying active, to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
Side effects of Clopidogrel Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Clopidogrel
- Abdominal pain
- Bruise
- Diarrhea
- Hematoma
- Nosebleeds
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Dyspepsia
How to use Clopidogrel Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Clopidogrel Tablet works
Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet is an antiplatelet medication. It works by preventing platelets from sticking together, thereby decreasing the formation of harmful blood clots. This lowers the chance of heart attack or stroke.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet is recommended.
What if you forget to take Clopidogrel Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- For best results, take it at the same time every day.
- Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, using sharp objects, or cutting fingernails or toenails.
- Do not discontinue using the medicine without consulting your doctor as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.
- If you are scheduled to undergo a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet temporarily.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Alpha amino acid esters
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
P2Y12 inhibitors (ADP receptor)
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet
Once A Day
92%
Twice A Day
7%
Thrice A Day
1%
What are you using Clopidogrel Tablet for?
Unstable angi*
50%
Heart attack
25%
Others
25%
*Unstable angina
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
83%
Average
17%
What were the side-effects while using Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
FAQs
What is Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet used for?
Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet is used to prevent formation of blood clots, thus reducing the risk of heart attacks or stroke. It facilitates smooth circulation of blood in the body by reducing the ability of the platelets to stick together, that could otherwise lead to formation of harmful clots in hardened blood vessels.
Is Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet a blood thinner?
Yes, Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet is an antiplatelet medicine which is also known as a blood thinner. It makes your blood flow more easily through your blood vessels and prevents formation of harmful blood clots. This lowers your chances of heart attack or stroke.
When should you take Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet?
You should take Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by the doctor. You can take it with or without food, at any time of the day. However, it is important to take it regularly at the same time each day for best results. This will also help you to remember to take it daily.
Does Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet affect blood pressure?
Yes, Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet may rarely cause a decrease in blood pressure as a side effect. However, this is very rare and does not affect everyone. Consult your doctor if you feel dizzy, lightheaded, weak or have a blurred vision. These are signs and symptoms of low blood pressure and therefore, you should contact your doctor immediately.
Who should not take Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet?
Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet is not recommended for people who are allergic to it, have severe liver disease, have stomach ulcers, bleeding in the brain, or have a bleeding disorder known as hemophilia (disease in which blood does not clot normally).
Can I take alcohol with Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet?
Yes, you can take alcohol with Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet. However, excessive intake of alcohol should be avoided as it can irritate the inner lining of the stomach and this increases the risk of developing a stomach ulcer later.
Can Omeprazole be taken along with Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet?
Omeprazole ( a proton pump inhibitor or PPI used to treat and prevent indigestion) may interfere with the working of Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet and reduce the effect of Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet. Your doctor may prescribe an alternate PPI like lansoprazole, if you suffer from indigestion or if they judge that it would be beneficial to you. You should let your doctor know about all the medicines that have been prescribed to you before starting Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet. Always consult your doctor before taking any medicine.
What are the side effects of taking Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet?
The most common side effect of Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet is bleeding. This may lead to bruising on the skin, nosebleeds, blood in the urine or stools (black tarry stools), or heavier periods than usual in females. Rarely, bleeding may also occur in the head, eyes, lungs, or joints and may even be severe. In case you have a minor injury, such as a small cut while shaving, bleeding may take longer than usual to stop. Get emergency medical help if the bleeding is profuse, does not stop on it’s own, or bothers you. Other side effects of Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet that may be seen occasionally in some people include diarrhea, abdominal pain, indigestion or heartburn. Please consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worry you.
What will happen if I stop taking Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet?
If you stop taking Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet suddenly, your chances of heart attack or stroke may increase. These conditions can be fatal. Do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor, otherwise your condition may worsen. Continue taking Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet for as long as prescribed by your doctor to get maximum benefit.
How long does it take Clopidogrel 75mg Tablet to start working? How long do I need to take it?
Clopiogrel starts working within 2 hours of taking it. Continue taking it as long as your doctor has advised you. You may have to take it for a few weeks or months, or you may have to take it for the rest of your life.
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Country of origin: India
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