Clopicard AP 75 Tablet (Aspirin 75mg / Clopidogrel 75mg)

Medical Description

Clopicard Ap Tablet is an antiplatelet medicine used to prevent the formation of blood clots in the blood vessels and reduces the risk of heart attack, stroke. Clopicard Ap Tablet contains a combination of aspirin and clopidogrel as active ingredients. Abnormal blood clots block the blood flow and may result in conditions like heart attack and stroke. This medicine acts by inhibiting the activity of an enzyme that is responsible for blood clotting and thus prevents the formation of abnormal blood clots. Along with the treatment, a slight modification in lifestyle including a healthy diet, smoking cessation and alcohol, weight loss, etc will be more helpful in managing the heart condition.

Uses of Clopicard Ap 75mg Tablet 15’S

Clopicard Ap Tablet is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in people with heart disease.

Contraindications of Clopicard Ap 75mg Tablet 15’S

If you are allergic to aspirin, clopidogrel or any of the ingredients of this medicine.
If you have existing medical conditions such as liver or kidney problems, bleeding disorders, etc.
If you are suffering from gout or peptic ulcers.
If you are pregnant (third trimester).
If you are using anti-cancer medication methotrexate.

Side effects of Clopicard Ap 75mg Tablet 15’S

Bleeding
Indigestion
Nose bleeding
Diarrhoea
Stomach pain
Bruising

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You experience any unusual bleeding.
You are undergoing surgery (dental procedures included).
If you experience heavy menstrual bleeding, do not take this medicine as it can increase the bleeding.
You have any known medical conditions such as kidney or liver diseases, ulcers in the stomach or intestine, blood disorders, etc.
You experience any kind of allergic reactions after taking this medicine.

Mode of Action of Clopicard Ap 75mg Tablet 15’S

How Does It Work?
Platelets are components of the blood that stick together to form a blood clot. Clopicard Ap Tablet inhibits the enzymes responsible for the platelet aggregation and prevents the platelets to stick together. This maintains a smooth blood flow in the blood vessels.

Directions for Use of Clopicard Ap 75mg Tablet 15’S

Take this medicine as directed by the doctor.
This medicine should be taken orally with or without food.
Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.

Interactions of Clopicard Ap 75mg Tablet 15’S

Interactions with other medicines
Sometimes Clopicard Ap Tablet may affect the way other medicines work and other medicines may affect how this medicine works if taken at the same time. Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Especially if you are taking medicines for acidity like omeprazole, hypertension, gout, cancer, HIV, diabetes, etc.
Antipsychotic medicines like sertraline or paroxetine, other pain killers like Ibuprofen and steroids when used with Clopicard Ap Tablet can cause bleeding in the stomach and intestines.
Other medicines that should be used with caution are anti-epileptic medicines like phenytoin, immunosuppressants like ciclosporin, medicines for brain and heart-related disorders, blood thinners like Warfarin, anti-clotting protein like heparin, etc.

Storage and disposal of Clopicard Ap 75mg Tablet 15’S

Store in a cool and dry place away from direct heat or moisture.
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Clopicard Ap 75mg Tablet 15’S

Overdose
Symptoms of an overdose include ringing sound in ears, headache, dizziness, confusion, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, difficulty in breathing, etc. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed one. Do not take a double dose to compensate.