Ticastro 90 Tablet
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Product introduction
Ticastro 90 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antiplatelet or blood thinners. It reduces the formation of harmful blood clots in blood vessels. This helps to prevent a heart attack or stroke in people with heart disease.
Ticastro 90 Tablet is used to prevent blood clots in patients with a recent heart attack or stroke
Ticastro 90 Tablet is used to prevent blood clots in patients with a recent heart attack or stroke
Uses of Ticastro Tablet
- Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Benefits of Ticastro Tablet
In Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Ticastro 90 Tablet is an antiplatelet medicine or blood thinner. It prevents blood from clotting inside the veins and arteries. This helps the blood flow freely around your body thereby preventing a heart attack or stroke (or deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism). Take this medicine regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes to achieve maximum benefits. It is often prescribed along with a low dose of aspirin which also helps to prevent blood from clotting.
Side effects of Ticastro Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ticastro
- Bleeding
- Breathlessness
How to use Ticastro Tablet
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. Ticastro 90 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ticastro 90 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ticastro 90 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ticastro 90 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Ticastro 90 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ticastro 90 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Ticastro 90 Tablet is recommended.
Limited information is available on the use of Ticastro 90 Tablet in renal dialysis patients.
Limited information is available on the use of Ticastro 90 Tablet in renal dialysis patients.
Liver
CAUTION
Ticastro 90 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ticastro 90 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Ticastro 90 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Ticastro 90 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Ticastro Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Ticastro 90 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- For best results, take it at the same time every day.
- Ticastro 90 Tablet increases your risk of bleeding. 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 Ticastro 90 Tablet temporarily.
- You may experience shortness of breath in the initial weeks of therapy. Notify your doctor if it becomes worse or persists for long.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Triazolopyrimidines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
P2Y12 inhibitors (ADP receptor)
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Ticastro 90 Tablet an anticoagulant?
Ticastro 90 Tablet is an antiplatelet medicine or blood thinner. It makes your blood flow through your blood vessels more easily, reducing the chances of developing dangerous blood clots.
Can I drink alcohol with Ticastro 90 Tablet?
Drinking too much alcohol while taking Ticastro 90 Tablet can irritate your stomach. This can increase your risk of getting a stomach ulcer. Therefore, avoid alcohol intake while taking this medicine.
What is the most important thing I should know about Ticastro 90 Tablet?
Ticastro 90 Tablet is a blood thinner which lowers your chance of getting or dying from a heart attack or stroke. However, this blood thinning property of Ticastro 90 Tablet (and similar drugs) can cause serious bleeding and may even lead to death in some cases. The need for blood transfusions or surgery may arise in cases of serious bleeding, such as internal bleeding.
What will happen if I stop taking Ticastro 90 Tablet?
Do not stop taking Ticastro 90 Tablet without talking to your doctor. Doing this may increase your risk of getting a heart attack or stroke. Moreover, people being treated with a stent should continue taking it, as stopping this medicine may increase the risk of getting a blood clot in the stent. As a result, the person may become susceptible to a heart attack or even death.
Will I need to stop Ticastro 90 Tablet before having surgery or dental treatment?
Your doctor may instruct you to stop taking Ticastro 90 Tablet 5 days before surgery. This will help decrease your risk of excessive bleeding during your surgery or procedure. Your doctor will advise you when to start taking Ticastro 90 Tablet again.
How long does Ticastro 90 Tablet take to work?
Ticastro 90 Tablet starts working within 30 minutes of taking your first dose. You may not feel any different after you start taking Ticastro 90 Tablet, but this does not mean that the medicine is not working. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well, as you will still be getting its benefits.
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Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Ticastro 90 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Ticastro 90 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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