TICLOPIDINE

Overview

TICLOPIDINE is a Schedule H drug.
Ticlopidine helps to prevent platelets in your blood from sticking together and forming a blood clot. An unwanted blood clot can occur with certain heart or blood vessel conditions.Ticlopidine is used in the treatment of heart attack and unstable angina. It decreases the chances of having another heart attack, stroke or death from a disease related to your heart or blood vessels.

Usage

TICLOPIDINE is generally used to treat: Heart Attack, Stroke, Angina, Unstable
TICLOPIDINE can address symptoms like: Chest Pain, Chest Discomfort, Back Pain, Upper Abdomen Pain, Arms Pain, Jaws Pain, Dizziness, Arms Discomfort, Neck Discomfort

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

TICLOPIDINE is generally taken With Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • You should not use ticlopidine if you are allergic to ticlopidine.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • If you were switched to ticlopidine from another medicine to prevent blood clots, you should stop using the other medicine first.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.Avoid activities that may increase your risk of bleeding or injury. Use extra care to prevent bleeding while shaving or brushing your teeth.
  • Ask your doctor before taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for pain, arthritis, fever, or swelling.
  • Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.
  • If you are going to have a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Ticlopidine temporarily.
  • Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor. Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines.

Common Side-Effects

TICLOPIDINE : Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Back Pain, Body Discomfort, Ringing In Ears, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Dizziness, Fever, Throat Soreness, Head Headache, Joint Pain, Pale Skin, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Weight Loss (unintentional)

Serious Side-Effects

TICLOPIDINE : Acute Liver Failure, Acute Kidney Failure, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Gums Bleeding, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Easy Bleeding, Mood Swings, Loss Of Appetite

Technical Classification

TICLOPIDINE is categorized as: PLATELET AGGREGATION INHIBITORS / ANTIPLATELET AGENTS / COAGULATION MODIFIERS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with TICLOPIDINE as Ingredient

COL 200MG INJTICLOPIDINE 200.0 MG
COL 400MG INJTICLOPIDINE 400.0 MG
TICLOBEST 250MG TABTICLOPIDINE 250.0 MG
TICLOGARD 250MG TABTICLOPIDINE 250.0 MG
TICLOP 250MG TABTICLOPIDINE 250.0 MG
TICLOPID 250MG TABTICLOPIDINE 250.0 MG
TICLOVAS 250MG TABTICLOPIDINE 250.0 MG
TICLOVIL 250MG TABTICLOPIDINE 250.0 MG
TIKLEEN 100MG TABTICLOPIDINE 100.0 MG
TIKLEEN 250MG TABTICLOPIDINE 250.0 MG
TYKLID 250MG TABTICLOPIDINE 250.0 MG