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Clopilet 150 Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

CLOPIDOGREL-150MG

Uses:

<p>Clopilet 150 Tablet used for the prevention of heart attack, Prevention of stroke, and Prevention of heart-related chest pain (angina). The detailed uses of Clopilet 150 Tablet are as follows:<br/></p><ul><li><strong>Prevention of Heart Attack: </strong>Clopilet 150 Tablet helps to prevent blood clots that can cause heart attacks by inhibiting platelet aggregation.<br/></li><li><strong>Prevention of Stroke:</strong> Clopilet 150 Tablet reduces the risk of stroke by preventing blood clots that can block blood flow to the brain.<br/></li><li><strong>Prevention of Heart-Related Chest Pain (Angina):</strong> Clopilet 150 Tablet improves blood flow to the heart, reducing the risk of chest pain (angina) caused by reduced blood flow.<br/></li><li><strong>Management of Acute Coronary Syndrome: </strong>Clopilet 150 Tablet manages conditions like unstable angina and myocardial infarction (heart attack) by preventing clot formation.<br/></li><li><strong>Peripheral Arterial Disease: </strong>Clopilet 150 Tablet reduces the risk of clot formation in peripheral arteries, improving blood flow to limbs.<br/></li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Clopilet 150 Tablet plays a vital role in preventing the formation of harmful blood clots in your blood vessels by making platelets (clotting agents) stick together.
  • It helps to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, unstable angina (heart-related chest pain), and peripheral arterial disease (blocked or poor blood flow due to narrowed blood vessels) in heart disease patients and patients who have undergone recent heart surgery with a stent.

FAQs

Clopilet 150 Tablet is used to prevent heart attack or stroke in people at high risk of heart disease.

Clopilet 150 Tablet belongs to a class of medications called a blood thinner or an antiplatelet medication. Clopilet 150 Tablet plays a vital role in preventing the formation of harmful blood clots (plaque) in your veins. It makes blood flow easily through your veins, making it less likely to form a serious blood clot. So, an intake of Clopilet 150 Tablet helps prevent blood clots if you have an increased risk of having severe chest pain (unstable angina or heart attack), stroke, and peripheral arterial disease (heart problem due to narrowed blood vessels).

Yes, Clopilet 150 Tablet causes blood to thin. It works by preventing platelets (a type of blood cell) from sticking together and forming clots.

Please consult your doctor if Clopilet 150 Tablet needs to be stopped before undergoing surgery. The doctor might ask you to stop taking Clopilet 150 Tablet a few days before surgery to avoid the increased risk of bleeding during the procedure.

Do not take aspirin for pain relief or ibuprofen while you are taking Clopilet 150 Tablet unless your doctor says it's OK. They raise the risk of unusual bleeding.

When a blood clot is treated, guidelines recommend that patients take blood thinners for the rest of their lives. If they do not, the chance of developing a second clot is 30 to 40 per cent in the next 10 years.

There might be a problem if you are taking herbal therapies with Clopilet 150 Tablet , especially those that affect the blood, like Ginkgo Biloba and St John's wort plant extract used as an antidepressant. Together, taking can increase your risk of bleeding. Tell your doctor if you are using any type of herbal supplements before taking Clopilet 150 Tablet .

Yes, taking Clopilet 150 Tablet can increase the risk of bleeding as it contains aspirin, which is a blood thinner. So, please be very cautious while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, or using sharp objects to avoid any bleeding.

Clopilet 150 Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it. Clopilet 150 Tablet can be taken at any time of the day, but taking it at the same time daily would be better.

Yes, Clopilet 150 Tablet is a blood thinner. It contains clopidogrel, an antiplatelet medicine that prevents the formation of harmful blood clots.

No, Clopilet 150 Tablet is not a steroid. It is an antiplatelet medicine.

Clopilet 150 Tablet might lower the blood pressure. Not everyone experiences this as it is a rare side effect. Consult the doctor if you experience dizziness, blurred vision or light-headedness.

Do not take Clopilet 150 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components, have severe liver disease or have a medical condition that causes bleeding such as a stomach ulcer or bleeding within the brain.

You can drink alcohol with Clopilet 150 Tablet . But do not drink too much alcohol as it can cause stomach irritation.

Avoid taking omeprazole along with Clopilet 150 Tablet as omeprazole can reduce the levels of clopidogrel and affect its working. Consult the doctor before taking omeprazole with Clopilet 150 Tablet .

Stopping Clopilet 150 Tablet may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke. Therefore, do not discontinue Clopilet 150 Tablet without consulting your doctor.

Clopilet 150 Tablet starts working within 2 hours of taking it.

Clopilet 150 Tablet should be taken for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. The doctor will determine the duration of treatment based on your condition.

Yes, you can eat food while taking Clopilet 150 Tablet as it helps lower stomach irritation.

Be cautious while using sharp objects as you may bleed more easily or for a longer time than usual while you are taking Clopilet 150 Tablet . Let the doctor know that you are taking Clopilet 150 Tablet if you are due to undergo any surgery or dental procedure.

If you miss a dose of Clopilet 150 Tablet take it as soon as you remember, However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time.

Consult the doctor before taking other medicines while on treatment with Clopilet 150 Tablet . Let the doctor know if you are using anticoagulants, painkillers, antidepressants or indigestion medicines.

Side effects of Clopilet 150 Tablet include diarrhoea, stomach pain, indigestion, heartburn, headache, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and dizziness. Consult the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.