Prasuzen 10 Tablet
Manufacturer
Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Prasugrel (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Prasuzen 10 Tablet is an antiplatelet medication that helps prevent the formation of harmful blood clots and keeps the blood flowing smoothly through your body, lowering the chances of another heart attack or stroke in people with heart disease.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Prasuzen 10 Tablet is used to treat people with a recent heart attack or severe heart-related chest pain (unstable angina) 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. This medicine may be prescribed along with aspirin, another antiplatelet medicine. It may be taken with or without food and should be taken regularly at the same time each day.
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. Prasuzen 10 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
Consuming alcohol with Prasuzen 10 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeeding Warning
Information regarding the use of Prasuzen 10 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning
Information regarding the use of Prasuzen 10 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Acenocoumarol Theophylline Warfarin Phenindione
How it works
Prasuzen 10 Tablet is an antiplatelet medication. It works by preventing platelets from sticking together, thereby decreasing the formation of harmful blood clots. This lowers the chances of another 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 Prasuzen 10 Tablet temporarily.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Prasuzen 10 Tablet a blood thinner?
Yes, Prasuzen 10 Tablet is a type of blood thinner. It works by preventing platelets (blood cells) from sticking together and forming clots.
Can you drink alcohol while taking Prasuzen 10 Tablet?
It is not recommended to consume alcohol while taking Prasuzen 10 Tablet as alcohol may increase the risk of stomach bleeding. This could result in vomiting blood (bright red or black/dark brown like coffee grounds) or bloody or black tarry stools. Please discuss with your doctor if you have any questions regarding alcohol and your medication.
Can you take aspirin with Prasuzen 10 Tablet?
Prasuzen 10 Tablet is typically prescribed along with aspirin to prevent serious or life-threatening problems associated with heart or blood vessels (such as a heart attack, stroke, or clot formation in a stent). This combination of medication is given to patients who have recently had a heart attack and undergone angioplasty (stent placement in blocked arteries of the heart), or who have experienced a heart attack, stroke, or angioplasty to remove blockage in arteries supplying the heart. Please consult your doctor before taking any medicine if you are taking Prasuzen 10 Tablet. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully to receive maximum benefit.
Do I need to stop Prasuzen 10 Tablet before surgery?
Your doctor will determine whether stopping Prasuzen 10 Tablet is necessary before any surgery or treatment. In general, if surgery or treatment is planned ahead of time, the doctor may stop taking Prasuzen 10 Tablet a few days (usually seven days) before the procedure to reduce bleeding risks. Please do not stop taking Prasuzen 10 Tablet without consulting your doctor.
What is the most important information I need to know about Prasuzen 10 Tablet?
Prasuzen 10 Tablet may cause serious or life-threatening bleeding. You may bruise more easily than usual, and bleeding may take longer to stop even from minor injuries like cuts while shaving. Seek immediate medical assistance if you experience excessive or prolonged bleeding. Inform your doctor if you notice black tarry stools or blood in the urine. Be vigilant for stroke signs such as sudden weakness (one side or both sides), difficulty walking, mental confusion, slurred speech, dizziness, and unexplained headaches. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these signs, as stroke is an uncommon side effect of Prasuzen 10 Tablet that requires urgent medical attention.
What if I forget to take a dose of Prasuzen 10 Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Prasuzen 10 Tablet, it is recommended to take it as soon as you remember. However, if the next dose is almost due, continue with your regular schedule instead of taking the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
How long do I need to take Prasuzen 10 Tablet after stent insertion?
The duration of taking Prasuzen 10 Tablet will be determined by your doctor, considering factors like the illness being treated, type of stent inserted, and any bleeding episodes experienced during treatment. Typically, it's prescribed for at least a year, but follow your doctor's instructions precisely to get maximum benefit. Consult your doctor before discontinuing the medication as sudden stopping may increase the chances of clot formation in the stent, heart attack, and even death.
What should I avoid while taking Prasuzen 10 Tablet?
Avoid activities that might increase bleeding. Be extra careful when shaving or brushing your teeth to prevent bleeding. Before taking any painkillers like ibuprofen for joint pain, headache, or backache, please consult your doctor first as it is important to consider the interaction of Prasuzen 10 Tablet with pain medications.
