Clopivent 75mg Tablet is an antiplatelet medicine or a blood thinner that helps to prevent the formation of harmful blood clots in your blood vessels.

Introduction:
Clopivent 75mg Tablet is prescribed to people at high risk of heart disease. This includes people with peripheral vascular disease (blood circulation problems due to narrowing of blood vessels), recent heart attack or stroke, irregular heartbeats, and those who have undergone certain heart procedures like stenting. It is also used in combination with some other medicines for the treatment of heart attack and some types of heart-related chest pain (unstable angina).

Dosage Form:
Tablet

Side Effects:

• The most common side effect seen with this medicine is bleeding. This may be in the form of bruising, nose bleeds, blood in urine or stools (black-colored stools), or heavier periods than usual in women.

How to Use:
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. Clopivent 75mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it Works:
Clopivent 75mg 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.

Quick Tips:

• 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 as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.
• If you are scheduled to undergo a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Clopivent 75mg Tablet temporarily.

Interacting Drugs:

• Bemiparin
• Bupropion
• Dalteparin
• Heparin

FAQs:

• What is Clopivent 75mg Tablet used for?
  Clopivent 75mg Tablet is used to prevent the formation of blood clots and reduce the risk of heart attacks or strokes. It helps in maintaining smooth blood circulation by reducing platelet aggregation, which can lead to harmful clot formation in hardened blood vessels.


• Is Clopivent 75mg Tablet a blood thinner?
  Yes, Clopivent 75mg Tablet is an antiplatelet medication that also functions as a blood thinner. It enhances blood flow by preventing platelets from sticking together, thereby reducing the risk of clot formation and associated complications like heart attacks or strokes.


• When should you take Clopivent 75mg Tablet?
  Take Clopivent 75mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food at any time of the day. For optimal results, take it regularly at the same time each day to establish a routine.


• Does Clopivent 75mg Tablet affect blood pressure?
  Clopivent 75mg Tablet may cause a decrease in blood pressure as an occasional side effect. This is usually rare and not experienced by everyone. If you feel dizzy, lightheaded, weak, or experience blurred vision, consult your doctor immediately.


• Who should not take Clopivent 75mg Tablet?
  Clopivent 75mg Tablet is not recommended for individuals with severe liver disease, stomach ulcers, bleeding in the brain, or hemophilia (a condition where blood does not clot normally). Additionally, people who are allergic to it should also avoid taking this medication.


• Can I take alcohol with Clopivent 75mg Tablet?
  You can consume alcohol while on Clopivent 75mg Tablet. However, excessive alcohol consumption should be avoided as it may irritate the stomach lining and increase the risk of developing stomach ulcers later.


• Can Omeprazole be taken along with Clopivent 75mg Tablet?
  Taking Omeprazole (a proton pump inhibitor) with Clopivent 75mg Tablet may interfere with its effectiveness. Your doctor might prescribe an alternative PPI like lansoprazole if you need to treat indigestion or if they believe it would be beneficial for you. Inform your doctor about all the medications prescribed to you before starting Clopivent 75mg Tablet.


• What are the side effects of taking Clopivent 75mg Tablet?
  Common side effects include bleeding, which may manifest as bruising on the skin, nosebleeds, blood in urine or stools (black tarry stools), or heavier menstrual periods in females. Rarely, severe bleeding can occur in the head, eyes, lungs, or joints. If you experience profuse or uncontrolled bleeding, consult your doctor immediately. Other occasional side effects include diarrhea, abdominal pain, indigestion, or heartburn.


• What will happen if I stop taking Clopivent 75mg Tablet?
  Stopping Clopivent 75mg Tablet abruptly may increase the risk of heart attacks or strokes, which can be fatal. Do not discontinue this medication without consulting your doctor first. Continue taking it as prescribed to maximize its benefits.


• How long does it take Clopivent 75mg Tablet to start working? How long do I need to take it?
  Clopivent 75mg Tablet starts working within 2 hours of administration. Continue taking it for the duration advised by your doctor, which may be a few weeks, months, or even lifelong.