Clopid-A Capsule SR

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	AP Medicare
Active Ingredient	Aspirin (75mg) + Clopidogrel (75mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	BLOOD RELATED
User Rating	4.8
User Reviews	301

FAQ

Is Clopid-A a blood thinner?

Yes, Clopid-A is a type of blood thinner. It works by preventing platelets (type of blood cells) from sticking together and forming clots. This action of Clopid-A helps in preventing conditions like heart attack or stroke in people with heart disease, who have recently suffered a heart attack or severe heart-related chest pain (unstable angina).

How long do I need to take Clopid-A after stent insertion?

Your doctor will suggest the exact duration for which you may have to take Clopid-A. The duration will be decided after considering various factors like the illness you are being treated for, type of stent inserted, any episodes of bleeding experienced by you during treatment, etc. Usually, Clopid-A is prescribed for a minimum duration of 1 year. However, it is advised to follow your doctor's advice precisely to get maximum benefit of Clopid-A. Do not stop the medication on your own, consult your doctor first. Sudden discontinuation may increase the chances of clot formation in the stent, heart attack and can even lead to death.

Do I need to stop Clopid-A before surgery?

Your doctor will decide whether you need to stop taking Clopid-A before any surgery or treatment or not. Usually, if a surgery or treatment is planned beforehand, the doctor may stop Clopid-A a few days (usually 7 days) before the surgery or treatment owing to the increased risk of bleeding during the procedure. You should not stop taking Clopid-A on your own without discussing it with your doctor.

What should I avoid while taking Clopid-A?

Avoid activities that may increase your chances of bleeding. Be extra careful while shaving or brushing your teeth to prevent bleeding. Also, you should avoid taking painkillers, but if you need to take one like ibuprofen for joint pain, headache, backache, etc. then consult your doctor first. This is because taking pain killers with Clopid-A may increase your chances of developing a stomach ulcer and bleeding. Refrain from taking excessive alcohol with Clopid-A as it can irritate your stomach and lead to a stomach ulcer as well.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Clopid-A?

It is not advised to take alcohol while taking Clopid-A, as alcohol may increase your chance of stomach bleeding. As a result, you may vomit blood (which may be bright red blood or black/dark brown like coffee grounds) or you may have bloody or black tarry stools. Discuss with your doctor if you are not sure.

What is the most important information I need to know about Clopid-A?

Clopid-A may cause serious or life-threatening bleeding. Moreover, you may bruise easily and it may take longer than usual for bleeding to stop even if you have a minor injury like a small cut while shaving. Get emergency medical help if you notice excessive or prolonged bleeding. You should inform your doctor if you notice black tarry stools or if there is blood in the urine. Be vigilant on any signs of stroke such as sudden numbness or weakness (one side or both sides of the body), difficulty walking, mental confusion, slurred speech, dizziness and any unexplained headache. Contact your doctor immediately if you develop any such signs of stroke as stroke is an uncommon side effect of Clopid-A and needs urgent medical attention as it can otherwise be fatal.

Who should not take Clopid-A?

Clopid-A is not recommended for people who are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Do not take Clopid-A if you have or ever had severe liver disease, stomach ulcers, bleeding in the brain (stroke or a transient ischemic attack, also known as TIA), or if you have a bleeding disorder known as hemophilia (disease in which blood does not clot normally). Additionally, avoid taking Clopid-A if you are trying to get pregnant, already pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Why have I been prescribed Clopid-A?

You may have been prescribed Clopid-A if you had a heart attack, were treated with stents in your coronary arteries, or had coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG).

What if I forget to take a dose of Clopid-A?

If you forget to take a dose of Clopid-A, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

What if you forget to take Clopid-A?

If you miss a dose of Clopid-A, 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.

Clopid-A Capsule SR Reviews

Clopid-A is a combination of two antiplatelet medicines or blood thinner used to reduce the formation of harmful blood clots in blood vessels. It is used to prevent a heart attack or stroke in people with heart disease. It is also used to treat acute coronary syndrome (ACS).

Clopid-A should be taken with food regularly at a fixed time each day. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise and not smoking may help this medicine to work better.

Common side effects of this medicine include indigestion, bruising, and nosebleeds. This medicine increases your risk of bleeding, so it is important to be careful while shaving, cutting nails and using sharp objects. Usually, it is advisable to avoid alcohol intake while taking this medicine.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disease. You must tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

How Clopid-A Capsule SR Works

Clopid-A is a combination of two antiplatelet medicines: Aspirin and Clopidogrel which prevent heart attack. They work by preventing the platelets from sticking together and decrease the formation of harmful blood clots. It is also used to treat acute coronary syndrome (ACS).

How to Use Clopid-A Capsule SR

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. Clopid-A is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Clopid-A Capsule SR

In Treatment of Acute coronary syndrome: Clopid-A helps reduce clot formation and prevents platelets from sticking together to form clots. This way the medicine provides a potent anti-clotting effect, maintaining blood flow in narrowed arteries, which is crucial for preventing heart attacks and other serious cardiovascular events in ACS patients.
In Prevention of heart attack and stroke: Clopid-A is a combination of two antiplatelet medicines or blood thinners. 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). Both these medicines together prevent the formation of blood clots and also prevent the existing ones from growing bigger in size. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.

Uses of Clopid-A Capsule SR

Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Treatment of Acute coronary syndrome

Clopid-A Capsule SR Side Effects

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Clopid-A is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Clopid-A should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Clopid-A may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Clopid-A is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver ^CAUTION

Clopid-A should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Clopid-A may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Clopid-A is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Clopid-A may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Clopid-A is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Clopid-A.

Quick Tips

It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails or using sharp objects.
You have been prescribed Clopid-A to lower your risk of heart attack and stroke.
Let your doctor know you are taking Clopid-A before undergoing any surgical procedure.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.