This is an automatically translated article.
The effect of the drug Aggrenox is to support the reduction of blood clots. However, you can not take the drug without a doctor's prescription to avoid dangerous side effects on internal organs and brain. The following article is some basic information about the drug for your reference.
1. Aggrenox drug effects
The two main ingredients in Aggrenox are Aspirin and Dipyridamole. Aspirin is often on the list of pain relievers and fever reducers. And Dipyridamole will bring the main use of the drug Aggrenox. This ingredient helps to reduce platelet adhesion to prevent thrombus formation. Patients with small blood clots will be prescribed Aggrenox to reduce the risk of stroke.
The capsule form of the drug Aggrenox contains 200 mg of Dipyridamole in each tablet. When using Dipyridamole in combination with Aspirin, it will release 25 mg of the drug for the body to absorb and metabolize. Dipyridamole is metabolised in the liver and eliminated via the faeces or the excretory system. Concentrations of this component have been detected in tissues, in breast milk or in the placenta. After Aggrenox inhibits thrombosis, it will help prolong the life of platelets. This application is indicated for the treatment of patients with valvular regurgitation. The Dipyridamole component of Aggrenox also contributes to inhibiting adenosine absorption by red blood cells or inhibiting GMP. Hence the reaction against platelet adhesion. As a result, the body will control the formation of blood clots that block blood circulation.
2. Dosage instructions
2.1 Dosage Aggrenox is prescribed to treat pain problems that can be accompanied by fever when the body is experiencing a blood clot that causes inflammation. This medication is sold by prescription from a doctor to prevent patients from taking it incorrectly from developing dangerous interactions. The dose of the drug will be decided by the doctor based on the results of the periodic health check in each patient. But when taking the drug, you need to be careful to swallow the whole pill without breaking it, causing deformation.
Aggrenox is indicated for use according to each disease:
Combination for the treatment of coronary insufficiency The drug can be used in capsule form with a dose of 200-300 mg for adults. In addition, some patients were prescribed the same amount of drug intravenously but in divided doses or pumped into a 7-day intravenous infusion.
Preventing blood clots Aggrenox can be combined with oral anticoagulants to support patients with valvular regurgitation. You should take 3-5 tablets at a dose of 75mg / tablet and divide it evenly throughout the day.
2.2 Handling Overdose or Missed Dose A missed dose can be supplemented if the time to forget is short. If you remember the missed dose when you need to take your next dose, skip the previous dose. Avoid doubling the dose. If you accidentally take too much, it will cause nausea, ringing in the ears, weakness and heart palpitations. Tell your doctor and go to the hospital urgently if you take an overdose.
3. Some notes when using to ensure the effect of Aggrenox drug
You can not use Aggrenox in case of confirmed asthma . When your doctor prescribes you need to be sure to provide a sufficient medical history, history of allergies and prescriptions for the treatment you are taking. If you have ever been found to be allergic to aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, do not use Aggrenox. Children with a fever identified as flu or chickenpox should avoid Aggrenox. Diseases in children, if used according to instructions, can cause Reye's syndrome, which can make the disease worse or even fatal.
If you are in one of the following cases, tell your doctor to avoid taking the medicine that causes side effects:
Have ever had bleeding or stomach ulcers. Presence of abnormalities or cardiovascular disease. Muscle weakness. Lower blood pressure. Do not use for pregnant women about to give birth to avoid bleeding. Women who are pregnant or exclusively breastfeeding. When taking Aggrenox you are more likely to get injured by an accidental fall than usual. Due to its anti-adhesive properties, it reduces thrombosis, so you should take care to avoid injury. Bleeding open wounds need to be reported to the doctor because there may be a blood clot. In case you need to have surgery, tell your doctor about any drugs that affect surgery so that you can consider adjusting the dose.
After taking the drug should check the heart rate regularly. Be careful if you feel heart arrhythmia after using Aggrenox. Some analytical tests will require you to stop the medication for 48 hours. This will be given specific instructions from your doctor. In addition, you should always pay attention to the good storage of medicines to keep their inherent effects.
4. Side effects found when taking the drug Aggrenox
4.1 Allergy to Medication If you are allergic to Aspirin as determined by your doctor, consider not taking Aggrenox. Manifestations of Aggrenox allergy patients are usually:
Rash on the body. Swollen face and lips. Shortness of breath. Painful swelling of the tongue or throat. 4.2 Signs to report urgently to a doctor Prolonged chest pain that affects activity and cognition. The pain appeared and then passed out. Hearing loss due to tinnitus Liver function impairment causes loss of appetite, jaundice, change in color of urine and stools Ợ sour, stomach pain, bloody stools, vomiting blood, vomiting. Memory loss, severe pain in the head. 4.3 Common side effects after taking Aggrenox Headache. Heartburn. Stomach pain. Digestive disorders . The above side effects are not an exhaustive list. You may experience mild or severe reactions depending on the physical environment. Most doctors will advise patients to regularly check back and report to the doctor if they see any unusual changes in their body after taking the medicine.
5. Factors that can interact with the drug Aggrenox
5.1 Medicines to avoid in combination to reduce the risk of drug interactions Aggrenox Usually doctors always ask you to provide information about drugs you have been using. In some cases, if unfortunately missed, you can follow the list of drugs below to proactively notify your doctor to prevent bad interactions that cause dangerous side effects:
Cardiovascular disease medications. Diuretic. Anticoagulants such as: Anagrelide, Heparin, Warfarin. Drugs for the treatment of Alzheimer's syndrome. Drugs for diabetics. Anticonvulsants. NSAIDs: Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Celecoxib, Indomethacin, Naproxen..... Vitamins and pharmaceuticals to consider. 5.2 Unhealthy foods that need to be eliminated Alcoholic beverages, especially alcohol, are not good for health. This food should be avoided during treatment with Aggrenox. With the characteristics of damaging the stomach, alcohol will increase the risk of stomach bleeding. People with ulcers or stomach bleeding are often contraindicated to use Aggrenox. It is best to eliminate alcoholic beverages from your daily menu to protect your health and avoid side effects caused by indirect interactions.
The effect of Aggrenox is good for heart valve regurgitation against thrombosis due to platelet adhesion. However, the side effects of Aggrenox are quite dangerous, especially for young children. You need to contact your doctor for more detailed advice on how to use it in a specific medical situation. If there are abnormal signs, always remember to go to the nearest hospital to check.
Please dial HOTLINE for more information or register for an appointment HERE. Download MyVinmec app to make appointments faster and to manage your bookings easily.
