Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin
About Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin
Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin belongs to a class of medicines known as 'cardiovascular agents' primarily used to prevent heart attack and stroke, especially in patients after bypass heart surgery. A heart attack occurs when a blood clot blocks the blood flow to the heart. This blockage of arteries is often an accumulation of fat, cholesterol and other substances, which form a plaque in the arteries that feed the heart (coronary arteries).
Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin is composed of three medicines, namely: Aspirin, clopidogrel, rosuvastatin. Aspirin and clopidogrel together act as a blood-thinning agent (or anti-platelet agent) to prevent heart attack and stroke. They help to prevent blood clots by preventing the clubbing of platelets together. Rosuvastatin belongs to the class of drugs known as a cholesterol-lowering agent which works by blocking liver enzymes, causing the liver to make less cholesterol. Rosuvastatin lowers the bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein or LDL) levels and increases good cholesterol levels (high-density lipoprotein or HDL) in the bloodstream. Thus, Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin helps in the free flow of blood without forming any clog in the blood vessel's arteries, thereby preventing a heart attack, stroke and other peripheral vascular diseases.
Take Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. You may experience increased bleeding tendency, indigestion, abdominal pain, nosebleeds, weakness, muscle pain, headache, diarrhoea, gastrointestinal bleeding and nausea. Most of these side effects of Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own. Stopping Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin may worsen your condition and increase the risk of a future heart attack. Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin or any ingredients of Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin. Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin should not be taken in the conditions like kidney/liver diseases, asthma, active bleeding issues (like peptic ulcer, brain haemorrhage), gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes and musculoskeletal disorder. If you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding, it is essential to seek medical advice before starting Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness or drowsiness while using Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin. Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin is not recommended for children below the age of 16 years.
Uses of Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin
Medicinal Benefits
Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin is used to prevent myocardial infarction (heart attack), stroke or peripheral vascular disease. It also lowers abnormally elevated cholesterol or fat levels (dyslipidemia) in the body. Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin is composed of three medicines, namely: Aspirin, clopidogrel, rosuvastatin. Aspirin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) and anti-platelet drug that decreases blood clot formation by preventing the platelets from clubbing together. It is also used in heart-related revascularization procedures (provision of new blood supply to a body part), such as coronary artery bypass graft to improve the blood flow through the revascularized area. Clopidogrel acts by preventing blood clots if you have severe chest pain (unstable angina or heart attack), stroke and peripheral arterial disease (heart problem due to narrow veins). Rosuvastatin is an antilipemic agent (cholesterol-lowering). It works by blocking liver enzymes, causing the liver to make less cholesterol. It also lowers the bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein or LDL) levels and increases good cholesterol levels (high-density lipoprotein or HDL) in the blood. Rosuvastatin reduces the risk of coronary events, such as heart attack, stroke and angina (chest pain).
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Side Effects of Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin
- Increased bleeding tendency
- Indigestion
- Abdominal pain
- Nosebleeds
- Weakness
- Muscle pain
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Nausea
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Heart attack: It occurs when a blood clot blocks the blood flow to the heart. This blockage of arteries is often an accumulation of fat, cholesterol and other substances, which form a plaque in the arteries that feed the heart (coronary arteries). During a heart attack (myocardial infarction), the blood supply which nourishes the heart with oxygen is cut off. Heart attack signs include chest pain, upper body pain, sweating, nausea, fatigue and trouble breathing.
Stroke: It occurs when a blockage of blood supply to a part of the brain prevents brain tissues from getting enough oxygen and nutrients.
Angina: It is a type of heart-related chest pain which occurs due to reduced or blocked blood flow to the heart. This is a common sign and symptom of coronary artery disease in which arteries get clogged due to the deposition of an excessive amount of cholesterol in the heart's arteries.
FAQs
Yes, diarrhea may occur as a side effect of Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin. Drinking plenty of fluids and eating light non-spicy meals would be helpful. If you are suffering from severe diarrhea or if you notice blood in stool or urine, please inform your doctor.
Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin consists of Aspirin and Clopidogrel. These are blood-thinning agents and can increase the risk of bleeding. It is advised to be cautious during your daily activities like shaving, cutting fingernails or using sharp objects. Also, please consult your doctor beforehand if you undergo any surgery.
Please consult your doctor if Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin needs to be discontinued before undergoing a dental procedure or any surgery. The doctor might ask you to stop taking Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin a few days before surgery since it can cause an increased risk of bleeding during surgery.
Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin can cause dizziness as one of its side effects. Please consult your doctor if you feel dizzy for a longer time. Avoid driving or operating machinery during episodes of dizziness.
Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin is composed of three medicines, namely: Aspirin, clopidogrel, rosuvastatin. Aspirin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with anti-platelet action. Aspirin and clopidogrel act as a blood-thinning or anti-platelet agent to prevent heart attack and stroke. They decrease the formation of blood clots by preventing the platelets from clubbing together. Rosuvastatin belongs to the class of drugs known as Antilipemic agent (cholesterol-lowering). It works by blocking liver enzymes, causing the liver to make less cholesterol. Rosuvastatin lowers the bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein or LDL) levels and increases good cholesterol levels (high-density lipoprotein or HDL) in the blood. Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin helps in the free flow of blood, thereby preventing a heart attack, stroke, and other peripheral vascular diseases.
Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin contains aspirin, clopidogrel which are anti platelets, they may increase the chance of bleeding. Consult your doctor before using Acetylsalicylic Acid+clopidogrel+rosuvastatin and explain your through medical history.
