Clofirst 150mg Tablet

Short Description

Clofirst 150mg Tablet is an antiplatelet medicine that helps prevent the formation of harmful blood clots, reducing the risk of heart attack or stroke.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Clofirst 150mg Tablet is prescribed to people at high risk of heart disease, including those with peripheral vascular disease, recent heart attack or stroke, irregular heartbeats, and those who have undergone certain heart procedures like stenting. It is also used in combination with other medicines for the treatment of heart attack and some types of heart-related chest pain (unstable angina). This medicine may be taken with or without food and should be taken at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. If you stop taking this medicine, it may increase your chance of having a heart attack or stroke. The most common side effect seen with this medicine is bleeding, which may manifest as bruising, nose bleeds, blood in urine or stools, or heavier periods in women. Such episodes of bleeding are usually mild and resolve on their own, but you should consult your doctor if the bleeding persists or worries you. This medicine is not suitable for some people, especially those who are bleeding from anywhere in the body such as a stomach ulcer or bleeding within the brain. Before taking it, you should inform your doctor if you have ever had a problem with your blood not clotting properly or if you have recently had a serious injury or surgery. This medicine may need to be stopped temporarily before planned surgery or dental treatment.

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. Clofirst 150mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Clofirst 150mg 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.

For best results, take it at the same time every day. Clofirst 150mg Tablet increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, using sharp objects, or cutting fingernails or toenails. Do not discontinue using the medicine without consulting your doctor as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke. If you are scheduled to undergo surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Clofirst 150mg Tablet temporarily.