Altrom
Altrom Products are primarily used for
Deep vein thrombosis, Pulmonary embolism, Stroke prevention
About Altrom Products
Uses of Altrom Products
Acenocoumarol is used for deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, stroke prevention and blood clots. It prevents the formation of blood clots in the legs, lungs, brain or heart.
Altrom Products side effects
Common
Side Effect of Altrom is Hemorrhage.
How Altrom Products work
Acenocoumarol is an oral anticoagulant. It acts by preventing the formation of harmful blood clots. Although it does not dissolve the existing blood clots, it inhibits them from growing larger and causing serious problems.
Patient Concerns about Altrom Products
Frequently asked questions about Altrom Products
Frequently asked questions about Acenocoumarol
Q. How long do I need to take Altrom 2mg Tablet?
You should continue taking Altrom 2mg Tablet for as long as recommended by your doctor. Depending upon the condition you are being treated for, you may have to take it for several months or years or maybe for the rest of your life.
Q. What should I avoid while taking Altrom 2mg Tablet?
You should avoid alcohol while taking Altrom 2mg Tablet as alcohol may interfere with working of Altrom 2mg Tablet. In addition to that, avoid cranberry juice or other cranberry products as there may be a risk of enhanced blood thinning. Avoid breastfeeding or getting pregnant as it may harm your child.
Q. Do I need to stop Altrom 2mg Tablet if I have to undergo a surgery?
Depending on the type of surgery that is to be performed, your doctor will tell you whether to continue or stop Altrom 2mg Tablet. It will be decided by your doctor after weighing the risks and benefits of discontinuing Altrom 2mg Tablet.
Q. Is Altrom 2mg Tablet same as warfarin?
Both Altrom 2mg Tablet and warfarin are blood thinners, but they have some differences. Warfarin has a more stable blood thinning effect.
Q. How long does it take for Altrom 2mg Tablet to start working?
It takes a little longer for Altrom 2mg Tablet to start working. On an average, it may take 2-3 days for Altrom 2mg Tablet to show its blood-thinning effect. For these 2-3 days, heparin may be used and then discontinued.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose?
If you forget to take a dose of Altrom 2mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for your next dose then skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose and continue your normal schedule. Keep a diary or set a reminder, so that you do not forget it often.
Q. What monitoring is required while taking Altrom 2mg Tablet?
The bleeding times should be carefully monitored from 2nd or 3rd dose of Altrom 2mg Tablet and till the clotting status is stabilized. Thereafter, the bleeding time can be monitored monthly. This frequency may be more in elderly.
Products for Altrom
Altrom 2mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹95
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Altrom 1mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹64.5
Not Available