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Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule Substitute

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Composition:

DABIGATRAN ETEXILATE-110MG

Uses:

Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule is used in the prevention of blood clot formation, deep vein thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism. The detailed uses of Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule are as follows:<br/>• Stroke Prevention: Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule is used especially in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation.<br/>• Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule treats and prevents clots in the legs.<br/>• Pulmonary Embolism (PE): Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule prevents clots from traveling to the lungs.<br/>• Post-Surgical Clot Prevention: Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule is used in clot prevention after hip or knee replacement surgery.<br/>• Recurrent Clot Prevention: Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule reduces risk of DVT/PE recurrence.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule belongs to a class of drugs known as anticoagulants or blood thinners. Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule is primarily used to prevent and treat the risk of stroke and heart attack by reducing blood clot formation. Besides this, it also reduces the risk of getting clots in people who have undergone knee or hip replacement surgeries. Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule works by stopping the action of clotting factor (thrombin). This prevents the conversion of fibrinogen (soluble protein) to fibrin (insoluble protein), thereby preventing blood clots formation.

FAQs

Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule is used to prevent blood clot formation, deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in deep veins), and pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lungs).

Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule is a thrombin inhibitor. The inhibition of thrombin, reduces the formation of blood-clotting material fibrin, thereby leading to fewer clots and aiding the free flow of blood.

Please consult your doctor if you are due to undergo surgery. The doctor might ask you to stop taking Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule a few days before surgery since it can cause an increased risk of bleeding during surgery.

Taking Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule during pregnancy may cause bleeding in the mother or the newborn baby. However, please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule .

Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule may increase the risk of bleeding. It is advised to be cautious during your daily activities like shaving, cutting fingernails, or using sharp objects. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any abnormal staining or bleeding.

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, take Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.

Because of the risk of bleeding, your dose of dabigatran may need to be lowered or stopped a few days before you have an operation.

You can take Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule with or without food but try to take it at the same time every day. Swallow the capsules whole with a drink of water. Do not open dabigatran capsules before taking them, as this increases the risk of side effects.

Take Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on your medical conditions, you are advised to take Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you.

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule as it may increase the risk of bleeding.

Hair loss is not a known side effect of Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule . However, it is known to occur with anticoagulants. Consult your doctor if you observe hair loss. Your doctor guide you on how to cope with this situation.

It varies from person to person and depends on the conditions that we treat.

Limited research available. Let your doctor know if you have/had liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule . However, it is not recommended in patients with severe liver diseases.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule out of the sight and reach of children.

Yes, bleeding is the main risk associated with Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule treatment; patients should be monitored for signs of bleeding.

Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule is not suitable for some people with existing medical conditions. So, to ensure safety, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions and medications. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule .

Common side effects of Pradaxa 110 mg Capsule may include bleeding, anaemia, nausea, stomach pain, and vomiting.