Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's Substitute

Inform your doctor if you suffer from any underlying health conditions such as ulcers, bleeding disorders, stomach swelling, gout, kidney disease, breathing difficulty or asthma that was induced by a painkiller. Also, tell your doctor about all the medications and herbal products you are taking or will soon be taking. Specifically, make sure to mention if you use blood thinners such as aspirin, warfarin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as naproxen, as your doctor may need to adjust the dose of your medication or monitor for side effects.

Before undergoing any surgeries or during medical emergencies, inform your doctor that you are taking aspirin, as too much aspirin may result in bleeding disorders.

Take Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, break or chew it.

Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's should be used as advised by the doctor for best results and do not discontinue Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's on your own without consulting your doctor. Following cardiac bypass surgery, recovery takes time and each person recovers at a slightly different pace.

You may have been prescribed Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's if you underwent coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG), had heart attack, or received treatment with stents in your coronary arteries.

Yes, Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's is a blood thinner. It works by preventing the formation of a clot in the blood vessels. Thus, it helps to prevent heart attack and stroke.

Take Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's for as long as it is advised by your doctor. The duration depends on various factors such as type of stent inserted, the illness you are being treated for, any episodes of bleeding experienced by you during treatment, etc. Usually, Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's is prescribed for a minimum of one year. However, for best results, follow your doctor’s instructions. Do not discontinue on your own without consulting doctor as it may increase the risk of clot formation in the stent, heart attack, and can even lead to death.

You are advised to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's as it may increase the risk of stomach bleeding. However, if you have any concerns, please discuss with your doctor.

Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's may result in severe bleeding that could be life-threatening. Moreover, even if you suffer a slight injury, such as a small cut from shaving, you may bruise easily and the bleeding may take longer to stop than usual. Seek immediate medical attention if you have prolonged or excessive bleeding. If you observe blood in the urine or black, tarry stools, you should notify your doctor. Watch out for any symptoms of a stroke, such as sudden weakness or numbness on one or both sides of the body, slurred speech, mental confusion, difficulty walking, dizziness, and unexplained headache. Since stroke is an unusual adverse effect of Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's, call your doctor right away if you experience any of these symptoms.

Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's is contraindicated in patient who has an allergy to it or any of its ingredients. If you have or have ever had serious liver disease, bleeding in the brain (stroke or transient ischemic attack), stomach ulcers, or bleeding disorders such as hemophilia (disease in which blood does not clot normally), avoid taking Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's. If you are pregnant, attempting to conceive, or are breastfeeding, do not take Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's.

If you forget to take a dose of Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's, take it as soon as you remember. But, if it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

Avoid activities that could increase the risk of bleeding. Take additional care when shaving or brushing your teeth to prevent bleeding. Additionally, you should not use painkillers; nevertheless, if you must take something like ibuprofen for headache, joint pain, back pain, etc., first consult your doctor. This is due to the possibility of a stomach ulcer and bleeding if you take painkillers along with Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's. Avoid consuming too much alcohol while using Ceruvin AF Capsule 15's as this may irritate your stomach and lead to stomach ulcer also.