Prasugrel
Description
Prasugrel is antiplatelet which is used to prevent clots in blood vessels. It can be taken in combination with other antiplatelets for a better action. It is not recommended in patients with bleeding disorders. Close monitoring of platelets count is necessary.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Prasugrel
- Blurred vision
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Chest discomfort
- Irregular heartbeat
- Mouth ulcers
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Skin rash
- Pain in the arms and legs
Uses of Prasugrel
What is it prescribed for?
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 30 minutes.
- Duration of effectThe effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit forming tendency has been reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is recommended in pregnant women only if necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?The excretion of this medicine in breast milk is unknown. It is used in pregnant women only if necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Prasugrel.
Bleeding disorder
Not recommended in patients with any bleeding disorder like the peptic ulcer or brain injury.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is recommended in pregnant women only if necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Breast-feeding
The excretion of this medicine in breast milk is unknown. It is used in pregnant women only if necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Bleeding disorder
This medicine may increase the risk of bleeding, therefore should be used with caution in patients with the bleeding disorder. Inform the doctor if you have any gastrointestinal diseases or brain injury. Close monitoring of platelets count is necessary.
Allergy
This medicine is known to cause allergic reactions includes swelling of face, lips, eyelids. The treatment should be discontinued if any symptoms of allergy appear.
Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Escitalopram
Warfarin
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Disease interactions
Bleeding disorders
This medicine may increase the risk of bleeding, therefore not recommended in patients with the bleeding disorder. Inform the doctor if you have any gastrointestinal diseases or an injury. Close monitoring of platelets count is necessary.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Prasugrel as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. It is advised to take this medicine at the same time every day. Inform the doctor if you have any history of peptic ulcer disease or head injury. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
It works by preventing the formation of clots in blood vessels and helps in free blood flow.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Platelet aggregation inhibitors
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 5 Jan 2018
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