Aplet
Aplet Products are primarily used for
Prevention of heart attack and stroke, Heart attack
About Aplet Products
Uses of Aplet Products
Prasugrel is used for prevention of heart attack and stroke and heart attack. It reduces the risk of having another heart attack, stroke, or blood clots in stents, in a patient who has already undergone angioplasty due to severe heart-related chest pain (unstable angina) or heart attack.
Aplet Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Aplet are Headache, Dizziness, High blood pressure, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Atrial fibrillation, Edema (swelling), Dyslipidemia, Gastrointestinal disturbance, Blood cell abnormalities, Gastrointestinal bleeding.
How Aplet Products work
Prasugrel is an antiplatelet medication. It works by preventing platelets from sticking together, thereby decreasing the formation of harmful blood clots. This lowers the chances of another heart attack or stroke.
Patient Concerns about Aplet Products
Frequently asked questions about Aplet Products
Frequently asked questions about Prasugrel
Q. Is Aplet 10mg Tablet a blood thinner?
Yes, Aplet 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 Aplet 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).
Q. Can you drink alcohol while taking Aplet 10mg Tablet?
It is not advised to take alcohol while taking Aplet 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.
Q. Can you take aspirin with Aplet 10mg Tablet?
Aplet 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 Aplet 10mg Tablet and follow the doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Q. Do I need to stop Aplet 10mg Tablet before surgery?
Your doctor will decide whether you need to stop taking Aplet 10mg Tablet before any surgery or treatment or not. Usually, if a surgery or treatment is planned beforehand, the doctor may stop Aplet 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 Aplet 10mg Tablet on your own without discussing it with your doctor.
Q. What is the most important information I need to know about Aplet 10mg Tablet?
Aplet 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 Aplet 10mg Tablet and needs urgent medical attention as it can otherwise be fatal.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Aplet 10mg Tablet?
If you have missed a dose of Aplet 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.
Q. How long do I need to take Aplet 10mg Tablet after stent insertion?
The exact duration of taking Aplet 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 Aplet 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.
Q. What should I avoid while taking Aplet 10mg Tablet?
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 Aplet 10mg Tablet may increase your chances of developing a stomach ulcer and bleeding. Refrain from taking excessive alcohol with Aplet 10mg Tablet as it can irritate your stomach and lead to a stomach ulcer as well.