• Apagrel 10mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antiplatelets or blood thinners
• It helps prevent the formation of harmful blood clots and keeps the blood flowing smoothly through your body
• This lowers the chances of another heart attack or stroke in people with heart disease
• Apagrel 10mg Tablet is used to treat people with a recent heart attack or severe heart-related chest pain (unstable angina), who have undergone stenting of the heart
• It helps to prevent serious heart-related problems like having another heart attack, stroke, or formation of blood clots in stents.
• This medicine may be prescribed along with aspirin, another antiplatelet medicine
• It may be taken with or without food and should be taken regularly at the same time each day
• It is important to keep taking this medicine even if you feel well
• If you stop taking this medicine, it may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.
• The most common side effect seen with this medicine is bleeding
• This may be in the form of bruising, nose bleeds, blood in urine or stools (black-colored stools), or heavier periods than usual in women
• If you cut or injure yourself, it may take longer than usual for the bleeding to stop
• Such episodes of bleeding are usually mild and resolve on their own
• However, you should consult your doctor straight away if the bleeding persists or worries you.
• This medicine is not suitable for some people
• Do not take it if you are bleeding from anywhere in the body such as a stomach ulcer or bleeding within the brain, or if you have severe liver problems
• Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have ever had a problem with your blood not clotting properly or if you have recently had a serious injury or surgery
• This medicine may need to be stopped temporarily before planned surgery or dental treatment.

Uses of Apagrel 10mg Tablet

• Heart attack Prevention of Stroke Unstable angina

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Apagrel 10mg 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.

Frequestly asked Questions

Is Apagrel 10mg Tablet a blood thinner?

Yes, Apagrel 10mg Tablet is a type of blood thinner. It works by preventing platelets (type of blood cells) from sticking together and forming clots. This action of Apagrel 10mg Tablet 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).

Can you drink alcohol while taking Apagrel 10mg Tablet?

It is not advised to take alcohol while taking Apagrel 10mg Tablet, 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.

Can you take aspirin with Apagrel 10mg Tablet?

Apagrel 10mg Tablet is usually prescribed along with aspirin in to prevent serious or life-threatening problems associated with heart or blood vessels (like heart attack, stroke, clot formation in a stent). This combination of medicine is given to patients who have recently had a heart attack and underwent angioplasty (stent placement in blocked blood vessels of the heart)had a heart attack, stroke, or had angioplasty to remove the blockage in arteries which supply the heart. Please consult your doctor before taking any medicine if you are taking Apagrel 10mg Tablet and follow the doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Do I need to stop Apagrel 10mg Tablet before surgery?

Your doctor will decide whether you need to stop taking Apagrel 10mg Tablet before any surgery or treatment or not. Usually, if a surgery or treatment is planned beforehand, the doctor may stop Apagrel 10mg Tablet 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 Apagrel 10mg Tablet on your own without discussing it with your doctor.

What is the most important information I need to know about Apagrel 10mg Tablet?

Apagrel 10mg Tablet 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 such as 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 Apagrel 10mg Tablet and needs urgent medical attention as it can otherwise be fatal.

What if I forget to take a dose of Apagrel 10mg Tablet?

If you have missed a dose of Apagrel 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take it in the regular schedule instead of taking the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

How long do I need to take Apagrel 10mg Tablet after stent insertion?

The exact duration of taking Apagrel 10mg Tablet will be decided by your doctor 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, it is prescribed for a minimum duration of 1 year. However, follow your doctor's advice precisely to get maximum benefit of Apagrel 10mg Tablet. Discuss with your doctor before stopping the medication, as sudden discontinuation may increase the chances of clot formation in the stent, heart attack, and can even lead to death.

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Common and Known Side effects of Apagrel 10mg Tablet

• Bleeding