Plagerine Tablet
Manufacturer
Micro Labs Ltd
Salt Composition
Clopidogrel (75mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Plagerine Tablet is an antiplatelet medicine or a blood thinner that helps to prevent the formation of harmful blood clots in your blood vessels.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Plagerine 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).
Directions for 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. Plagerine Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
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.
Alcohol Warning
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Plagerine Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Plagerine Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Plagerine 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
Bemiparin Bupropion Dalteparin Heparin
How it works
Plagerine 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. If you are scheduled to undergo a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Plagerine Tablet temporarily.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Plagerine Tablet used for?
Plagerine Tablet is used to prevent the formation of blood clots, thereby reducing the risk of heart attacks or strokes. It helps to maintain smooth blood circulation by reducing the ability of platelets to stick together, which can lead to the formation of harmful clots in hardened blood vessels.
Is Plagerine Tablet a blood thinner?
Yes, Plagerine Tablet is an antiplatelet medication, also known as a blood thinner. It makes your blood flow more easily through your blood vessels and prevents the formation of harmful blood clots, thereby lowering your risk of heart attack or stroke.
When should you take Plagerine Tablet?
You should take Plagerine Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. You can take it with or without food, at any time of the day. However, it is essential to take it regularly at the same time each day for optimal results and to help you remember to take it daily.
Does Plagerine Tablet affect blood pressure?
Yes, Plagerine Tablet may rarely cause a decrease in blood pressure as a side effect. However, this is a rare occurrence and may not affect everyone. If you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, weakness, or blurred vision, you should consult your doctor immediately, as these are signs and symptoms of low blood pressure.
Who should not take Plagerine Tablet?
Plagerine Tablet is not recommended for individuals who are allergic to it, have severe liver disease, have stomach ulcers, bleeding in the brain, or have a bleeding disorder known as hemophilia, a condition in which blood does not clot normally.
Can I take alcohol with Plagerine Tablet?
Yes, you can take alcohol with Plagerine Tablet. However, excessive alcohol intake should be avoided, as it can irritate the inner lining of the stomach and increase the risk of developing stomach ulcers later.
Can Omeprazole be taken along with Plagerine Tablet?
Omeprazole (a proton pump inhibitor or PPI used to treat and prevent indigestion) may interfere with the working of Plagerine Tablet and reduce its effect. Your doctor may prescribe an alternate PPI, such as lansoprazole, if you suffer from indigestion or if they deem it beneficial for you. Always consult your doctor before taking any medication.
What are the side effects of taking Plagerine Tablet?
The most common side effect of Plagerine Tablet is bleeding, which may lead to bruising on the skin, nosebleeds, blood in the urine or stools (black tarry stools), or heavier periods than usual in females. Rarely, bleeding may also occur in the head, eyes, lungs, or joints and may even be severe. If you experience any of these side effects, please consult your doctor. Other side effects that may occur occasionally include diarrhea, abdominal pain, indigestion, or heartburn.
What will happen if I stop taking Plagerine Tablet?
If you stop taking Plagerine Tablet suddenly, your risk of heart attack or stroke may increase. These conditions can be fatal. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor, as this may worsen your condition. Continue taking Plagerine Tablet for as long as your doctor has advised you to get the maximum benefit.
How long does it take Plagerine Tablet to start working? How long do I need to take it?
Clopiogrel starts working within 2 hours of taking it. Continue taking it as long as your doctor has advised you. You may need to take it for a few weeks or months, or you may need to take it for the rest of your life.
