Axcer 90mg Tablet

Short Description

Axcer 90mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antiplatelet or blood thinners. It reduces the formation of harmful blood clots in blood vessels, helping to prevent a heart attack or stroke in people with heart disease.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Axcer 90mg Tablet is an antiplatelet medication used to treat people with heart disease, including those who have undergone stenting of the heart. It helps to prevent serious heart-related problems like having another heart attack, stroke, or formation of blood clots in stents. Your doctor may prescribe aspirin along with this medicine. It is important to take it regularly at the same time each day, even if you feel well. Stopping the medicine may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Axcer 90mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

The most common side effect seen with this medicine is bleeding. If you cut or injure yourself, it may take longer than usual for the bleeding to stop. Some people may develop mild breathlessness after taking this medicine, however, this usually resolves on its own with continued treatment.

Alcohol Warning

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Axcer 90mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Axcer 90mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Warning

Axcer 90mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Theophylline

Axcer 90mg Tablet is an antiplatelet medication. It works by preventing platelets from sticking together, thereby decreasing the formation of harmful blood clots. This lowers the chance of heart attack or stroke.

Take it at the same time every day. Be careful while shaving, using sharp objects, or cutting fingernails or toenails. Do not discontinue using the medicine without consulting your doctor. If you are scheduled to undergo a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Axcer 90mg Tablet temporarily. You may experience shortness of breath in the initial weeks of therapy. Notify your doctor if it becomes worse or persists for long.