Ticlopid
Ticlopid Products are primarily used for
About Ticlopid Products
Uses of Ticlopid Products
Ticlopidine is used to prevent Stroke. It decreases the chances of having another stroke, heart attack, or death from a disease related to your heart or blood vessels.
Ticlopid Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Ticlopid are Nausea1a, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Decreased white blood cell count.
How Ticlopid Products work
Ticlopidine 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 stroke or heart attack.
Patient Concerns about Ticlopid Products
Frequently asked questions about Ticlopid Products
Frequently asked questions about Ticlopidine
Q. What is the most important thing I should know about Ticlopid 250mg Tablet?
Ticlopid 250mg Tablet is a blood thinner which lowers your chance of getting or dying from a heart attack or stroke. However, this blood thinning property of Ticlopid 250mg Tablet (and similar drugs) can cause serious bleeding and may even lead to death in some cases. The need for blood transfusions or surgery may arise in cases of serious bleeding, such as internal bleeding.
Q. Is Ticlopid 250mg Tablet an anticoagulant?
Ticlopid 250mg Tablet is an antiplatelet medicine or blood thinner. It makes your blood flow through your blood vessels more easily, reducing the chances of developing dangerous blood clots.
Q. What will happen if I stop taking Ticlopid 250mg Tablet?
Do not stop taking Ticlopid 250mg Tablet without talking to your doctor. Doing this may increase your risk of getting a heart attack or stroke. Moreover, people being treated with a stent should continue taking it, as stopping this medicine may increase the risk of getting a blood clot in the stent. As a result, the person may become susceptible to a heart attack or even death.
Q. Can I drink alcohol with Ticlopid 250mg Tablet?
Drinking too much alcohol while taking Ticlopid 250mg Tablet can irritate your stomach. This can increase your risk of getting a stomach ulcer. Therefore, avoid alcohol intake while taking this medicine.
Q. Will I need to stop Ticlopid 250mg Tablet before having surgery or dental treatment?
Your doctor may instruct you to stop taking Ticlopid 250mg Tablet 5 days before surgery. This will help decrease your risk of excessive bleeding during your surgery or procedure. Your doctor will advise you when to start taking Ticlopid 250mg Tablet again.
Q. How long does Ticlopid 250mg Tablet take to work?
Ticlopid 250mg Tablet starts working within 30 minutes of taking your first dose. You may not feel any different after you start taking Ticlopid 250mg Tablet, but this does not mean that the medicine is not working. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well, as you will still be getting its benefits.