Prasita-A Capsule
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Product introduction
Prasita-A Capsule is a combination of two antiplatelet medicines used to reduce the formation of harmful blood clots in blood vessels. This helps to prevent a heart attack or stroke in people with heart disease.
Prasita-A Capsule 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.
Diarrhea, indigestion, and stomach pain are some common side effects of this medicine. 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.
Uses of Prasita-A Capsule
Side effects of Prasita-A Capsule
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 Prasita-A
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Gastrointestinal disturbance
- Blood cell abnormalities
- High blood pressure
- Hypotension (low blood pressure)
- Atrial fibrillation
- Edema (swelling)
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Dyslipidemia
- Increased bleeding tendency
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Rash
- Confusion
How to use Prasita-A Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Prasita-A Capsule is to be taken with food.
How Prasita-A Capsule works
Prasita-A Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Prasugrel+Aspirin. They work by preventing the platelets from sticking together and decrease the formation of harmful blood clots which prevent heart attack and stroke.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Prasita-A Capsule.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Prasita-A Capsule 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Prasita-A Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Prasita-A Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Prasita-A Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Prasita-A Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Prasita-A Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Prasita-A Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Prasita-A Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Prasita-A Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Prasita-A Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Prasita-A Capsule, 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
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails or using sharp objects.
- Let your doctor know you are taking Prasita-A Capsule before undergoing any surgical procedure.
- You have been prescribed Prasita-A Capsule to lower your risk of heart attack and stroke.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails or using sharp objects.
- Let your doctor know you are taking Prasita-A Capsule before undergoing any surgical procedure.
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FAQs
Why have I been prescribed Prasita-A Capsule?
You may have been prescribed Prasita-A Capsule if you had a heart attack, were treated with stents in your coronary arteries, or had coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG).
Is Prasita-A Capsule a blood thinner?
Yes, Prasita-A Capsule is a type of blood thinner. It works by preventing platelets (type of blood cells) from sticking together and forming clots. This action of Prasita-A Capsule 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 Prasita-A Capsule?
It is not advised to take alcohol while taking Prasita-A Capsule, 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.
Do I need to stop Prasita-A Capsule before surgery?
Your doctor will decide whether you need to stop taking Prasita-A Capsule before any surgery or treatment or not. Usually, if a surgery or treatment is planned beforehand, the doctor may stop Prasita-A Capsule 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 Prasita-A Capsule on your own without discussing it with your doctor.
What is the most important information I need to know about Prasita-A Capsule?
Prasita-A Capsule 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 Prasita-A Capsule and needs urgent medical attention as it can otherwise be fatal.
Who should not take Prasita-A Capsule?
Prasita-A Capsule is not recommended for people who are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Do not take Prasita-A Capsule 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 Prasita-A Capsule if you are trying to get pregnant, already pregnant, or breastfeeding.
What if I forget to take a dose of Prasita-A Capsule?
If you have missed a dose of Prasita-A Capsule, 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 Prasita-A Capsule after stent insertion?
The exact duration of taking Prasita-A Capsule 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 Prasita-A Capsule. 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.
What should I avoid while taking Prasita-A Capsule?
Avoid activities that may increase your chances of bleeding. Be extra careful while shaving or brushing your teeth to prevent bleeding. 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 Prasita-A Capsule may increase your chances of developing a stomach ulcer and bleeding. Refrain from taking excessive alcohol with Prasita-A Capsule as it can irritate your stomach and lead to a stomach ulcer as well.
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A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Prasita-A Capsule. 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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