Aspirin+atorvastatin+clopidogrel
About Aspirin+atorvastatin+clopidogrel
Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin is used in the treatment of heart attack (a condition when the blood flow to the heart is blocked), myocardial infarction (blockage of the blood to muscles of the heart), angina (chest pain), and stroke. Symptoms of a heart attack include chest pain, tightness in the chest, and pain in the neck, arm, or back.
Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin is a fixed-dose combination of rosuvastatin, clopidogrel, and aspirin. Rosuvastatin blocks the ability of the body to produce bad cholesterol and improves the ability of the body to make good cholesterol. Clopidogrel and aspirin both work by decreasing the production of clots which is harmful to the body.
Not everyone who is taking Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin will get these side effects. Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin can cause side effects like headache, muscle pain, increased bleeding, stomach pain, indigestion, bleeding in the nose, weakness, diarrhea, and nausea. Most of these side effects of Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. But if bleeding persists longer, please consult your doctor.
Take Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin after food to avoid any stomach upset. It is usually taken one time a day with water or as prescribed by your doctor. Your physician will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. It is advised not to take more than the recommended dose of Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin. Do not chew, crush, or break the medicine. It is crucial to have your lipid profile checked regularly.
Inform your physician if you are allergic to Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin. Before starting the dose of Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin, tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, are pregnant or breastfeeding, have diabetes, severe lung disease, or have musculoskeletal disorders (like myopathy and rhabdomyolysis).
Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin is only one part of a treatment program that should include a healthy low-fat diet, regular exercise and weight reduction. You can normally eat while taking this medicine, but avoid high-fat foods. It is advised to avoid smoking and alcohol intake, as they can lead to other side effects.
Uses of Aspirin+atorvastatin+clopidogrel
Medicinal Benefits
- Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin belongs to a group of antihyperlipidemic and antiplatelet agents used to treat heart attacks.
- This medicine helps lower the levels of lipids and cholesterol.
- It blocks the body's ability to produce bad cholesterol and enhances its ability to produce good cholesterol.
- It is used to treat chest pain and heart attacks.
Directions for Use
- Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin should be taken with food.
- Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
- Swallow Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Storage
Side Effects of Aspirin+atorvastatin+clopidogrel
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Ankle swelling (oedema)
- Slow heart rate
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
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Drug Warnings
- Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin, or have any active liver disease, or active bleeding issues (like peptic ulcer or brain haemorrhage).
- Inform your doctor if you are an alcoholic or are smoking, as excess alcohol intake and affected by liver disease may cause serious side effects.
- The patient should inform the doctor that they are taking Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin before any surgery is scheduled or any new medicine is taken.
- Patients with active liver disease should use Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin with caution.
- Discontinuation of Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin may lead to the occurrence of cardiovascular events like heart attack, stroke and angina (heart-related chest pain). Hence, you should consult a doctor before stopping the dose of Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin.
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their physician before taking Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin, as it can have some harmful effects on the baby (foetus), so your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.
- Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin may reduce alertness, affect your vision, or cause dizziness and sleepiness. If these symptoms occur, do not drive.
- This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age as the safety and efficacy have not been established.
- It is always important to check for the expiry of the medicine. Discard the medicine if it reaches the expiry date.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin may interact with an antibiotic (clarithromycin), anti-HIV drugs (ritonavir, lopinavir, darunavir, atazanavir, indinavir), antifungal medicines (itraconazole), blood thinners (warfarin, heparin), anti-arthritis drugs (colchicine), heart-related medicine (digoxin), and immune system affecting drugs (cyclosporine).
Drug-Food Interaction: Alcoholic beverages and grapefruit or its juice intake should be avoided with Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin as it may interact with Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin to produce unpleasant side effects like muscle problems and bleeding disorder.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin should not be given to the patients with active liver disease, active bleeding issues (like peptic ulcer, brain haemorrhage), muscle problems or musculoskeletal problems (myopathy, rhabdomyolysis), asthma, and purpura (blood leakage under the skin).
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeClopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin should not be taken until prescribed if you are taking alcohol. Keep your doctor informed if you drink alcohol.
Pregnancy
unsafeClopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin contains Atorvastatin which is a pregnancy category X medicine. It may cause harm to both the pregnant mother and the fetus. Hence, it is not recommended for pregnant women and those who are planning for a pregnancy. Your doctor might prescribe you only in an extreme case.
Breast Feeding
cautionTake Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin only when prescribed, it is known to pass on in a limited quantity via breast milk to the child.
Driving
unsafeDrive with caution, Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin usually causes blurry vision and may affect driving ability.
Liver
cautionClopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
cautionClopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
unsafeClopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin is not recommended for children below the age of 16 years. The safety and effectiveness of Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin have not been established in children due to limited testing of this drug on children by competent authorities across the world.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- A low cholesterol diet along with a regular exercise regime is recommended.
- As a precautionary measure, you are recommended not to consume alcohol, junk food items from outside, stick to a freshly prepared home-cooked meal and take proper rest, for a speedy recovery.
- And also try to replace most of your saturated fats with unsaturated fats can reduce total cholesterol and bad cholesterol (LDL cholesterol) in a short span of time.
- Foods like avocados, olive oil, fatty fish and nuts contain lots of heart-healthy unsaturated fats, so it’s beneficial to eat them regularly.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Atherosclerosis occurs when fats, cholesterol, and other substances known as plaque deposits on your artery walls that restrict blood flow. This plaque formation triggers blood clot, narrow the arteries size, and makes it hardened. This in turn can lead to various heart complications like atherosclerosis, heart attack, heart-related chest pain (angina), and stroke. However, it can also affect the arteries of the body apart from the heart.
FAQs
Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin is used for the prevention of heart attack and stroke. It also lowers the raised level of cholesterol in our body.
The use of Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin may cause nausea and vomiting. It is best to take Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin with food or with an antacid to avoid nausea and vomiting. If still, you are feeling sick, consult your doctor for the best advice.
Yes, Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin contains clopidogrel and aspirin that causes blood thinning. It works by preventing platelets (a type of blood cells) from sticking together and forming clots which in turn prevents the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Please consult your doctor if Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin needs to be stopped before undergoing surgery. The doctor might ask you to stop taking Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin a few days before surgery to avoid the increased risk of bleeding during the procedure.
Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin is generally safe to take for a long time. In fact, it works best if you take it for many months or even years. If you're at risk of getting a stomach ulcer, your doctor may prescribe a medicine to help protect your stomach while you're taking Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin.
Yes, the use of Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin can cause dizziness (feeling sleepy, tired). If you feel dizzy, inform your doctor and do as advised.
Yes, taking Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin can increase the risk of bleeding as it contains aspirin and clopidogrel which belongs to a class of blood-thinning agents. So, please be very cautious while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, or using sharp objects to avoid any bleeding. Let your doctor know before going any surgical procedure, that you are taking Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin.
Prolonged use of Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin may cause muscle diseases like myopathy and rhabdomyolysis. So if you feel any musculoskeletal pain after taking Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin consult your doctor about this issue.
Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own. Stopping Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin abruptly may worsen your condition and increase your risk of a future heart attack. If you are facing any difficulty while taking this, consult your doctor.
A low-cholesterol diet, along with a regular exercise regime, is recommended.
Components in Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin, such as Clopidogrel and Aspirin, are blood thinners.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Yes, Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin can be taken with meals.
Before using this medication, you should inform your doctor about your medical history, including any ongoing medicines, to avoid potential interactions and minimise side effects.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember unless it's almost time for your next dose. In this case, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regular time. Never take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin for as long as recommended. Feel free to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin.
Do not take other medicines when you take Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin unless you have discussed them with your doctor. Your doctor will check for potential interactions before prescribing them.
Grapefruit juice may lower Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin levels in the body. This could make Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin less effective.
You may need to take Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin for a few weeks or months, or you may have to take it for the rest of your life. Inform your doctor if you face any difficulty while using it.
Consumption of alcohol should be limited or avoided. Drinking too much alcohol while you're taking Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin can irritate your stomach. There's a risk that you could get a stomach ulcer.
Common side effects of Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin may include headaches, dizziness, ankle swelling (oedema), slow heart rate, diarrhoea, and nausea. Most of these side effects of Clopidogrel+atorvastatin+aspirin do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
