Aspirin+clopidogrel
About Aspirin+clopidogrel
Aspirin+clopidogrel belongs to the class of antiplatelet drugs used for the prevention of heart attack and stroke. A heart attack occurs when a blood clot blocks the blood flow to the heart. This blockage of arteries is most often an accumulation of fat, cholesterol and other substances, which form a plaque in the arteries that feed the heart (coronary arteries). Signs of a heart attack include chest pain, upper body pain, sweating, nausea, fatigue and trouble breathing.
Aspirin+clopidogrel is composed of two medicines, namely: Aspirin and Clopidogrel. These are blood thinners (anti-platelet) that prevent the formation of a clot in the blood vessels. Aspirin acts as a blood-thinning or anti-platelet agent in a low dose (about 75 mg) to prevent heart attack and stroke. 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 narrowed blood vessels). Aspirin+clopidogrel helps in the free flow of blood, thereby preventing a heart attack, stroke, deep vein thrombosis (blood clot in the vein), and pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the arteries of lungs).
Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. The common side effects of Aspirin+clopidogrel include abdominal pain, indigestion, diarrhoea, easy bruising, and nosebleeds. Aspirin+clopidogrel is known to cause dizziness and blurry vision, so driving should be avoided. Most of these side effects of Aspirin+clopidogrel do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own. Stopping Aspirin+clopidogrel may worsen your condition and increase the risk of a future heart attack. Let your doctor know if are sensitive to clopidogrel or aspirin, have kidney/liver diseases, bleeding issues (like peptic ulcer, brain haemorrhage), pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding. The patient should inform the doctor that they are taking Aspirin+clopidogrel before any surgery is scheduled or any new medicine is taken.
Uses of Aspirin+clopidogrel
Medicinal Benefits
Aspirin+clopidogrel is composed of Aspirin and Clopidogrel, which act as blood thinners (anti-platelet) and prevent the formation of a clot in the blood vessels. Aspirin acts as a blood-thinning or anti-platelet agent in a low dose (about 75 mg) to prevent heart attack and stroke. 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 narrowed blood vessels). Aspirin+clopidogrel helps in the free flow of blood, thereby preventing heart attack, stroke, deep vein thrombosis (blood clot in the vein), and pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the arteries of lungs).
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Side Effects of Aspirin+clopidogrel
- Abdominal pain
- Indigestion
- Diarrhoea
- Easy bruising
- Nosebleeds
- Increased bleeding tendency
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
A blood clot is a clump or aggregation of blood that changes from a liquid to a gel-like state. Clotting is a natural process that prevents you from losing too much blood in an accident, trauma, surgery or cut. When a clot forms inside the veins, it won’t always dissolve on its own and can become even life-threatening situation.
Stroke: When our brain does not get sufficient oxygen and blood supply, it starts dying within a few minutes leading to a heart attack or stroke.
Heart attack: It occurs when a blood clot blocks the blood flow to the heart. This blockage of arteries is most 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. This causes the heart muscle to die. Signs of a heart attack include chest pain, upper body pain, sweating, nausea, fatigue and trouble breathing.
FAQs
Aspirin+clopidogrel consists Aspirin and Clopidogrel. Aspirin acts as a blood-thinning or anti-platelet agent in a low dose to prevent heart attack and stroke. 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 narrowed blood vessels).
Please consult your doctor if Aspirin+clopidogrel needs to be discontinued before undergoing surgery. The doctor might ask you to stop taking Aspirin+clopidogrel a few days before surgery since it can cause an increased risk of bleeding during surgery.
Aspirin+clopidogrel 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.
Aspirin+clopidogrel is generally safe to take for a long time. It works best if you take it for many months or even years. If you're at risk of getting a stomach ulcer, your doctor may prescribe a medicine to treat ulcer, while you're taking Aspirin+clopidogrel.
