Clavix
Clavix Products are primarily used for
Prevention of heart attack and stroke, Heart attack, Peripheral vascular disease
About Clavix Products
Uses of Clavix Products
Clopidogrel is used for prevention of heart attack and stroke, heart attack and peripheral vascular disease. It decreases the chances of having another heart attack or stroke in people at high risk of heart disease.
Clavix Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Clavix are Abdominal pain, Bruise, Diarrhea, Hematoma, Nosebleeds, Gastrointestinal bleeding, Dyspepsia.
How Clavix Products work
Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet medication. It works by preventing platelets from sticking together, thereby decreasing the formation of harmful blood clots. This lowers the chance of heart attack or stroke.
Patient Concerns about Clavix Products
Frequently asked questions about Clavix Products
Frequently asked questions about Clopidogrel
Q. What is Clavix Tablet used for?
Clavix Tablet is used to prevent formation of blood clots, thus reducing the risk of heart attacks or stroke. It facilitates smooth circulation of blood in the body by reducing the ability of the platelets to stick together, that could otherwise lead to formation of harmful clots in hardened blood vessels.
Q. Is Clavix Tablet a blood thinner?
Yes, Clavix Tablet is an antiplatelet medicine which is also known as a blood thinner. It makes your blood flow more easily through your blood vessels and prevents formation of harmful blood clots. This lowers your chances of heart attack or stroke.
Q. When should you take Clavix Tablet?
You should take Clavix Tablet exactly as prescribed by the doctor. You can take it with or without food, at any time of the day. However, it is important to take it regularly at the same time each day for best results. This will also help you to remember to take it daily.
Q. Does Clavix Tablet affect blood pressure?
Yes, Clavix Tablet may rarely cause a decrease in blood pressure as a side effect. However, this is very rare and does not affect everyone. Consult your doctor if you feel dizzy, lightheaded, weak or have a blurred vision. These are signs and symptoms of low blood pressure and therefore, you should contact your doctor immediately.
Q. Who should not take Clavix Tablet?
Clavix Tablet is not recommended for people who are allergic to it, have severe liver disease, have stomach ulcers, bleeding in the brain, or have a bleeding disorder known as hemophilia (disease in which blood does not clot normally).
Q. Can I take alcohol with Clavix Tablet?
Yes, you can take alcohol with Clavix Tablet. However, excessive intake of alcohol should be avoided as it can irritate the inner lining of the stomach and this increases the risk of developing a stomach ulcer later.
Q. Can Omeprazole be taken along with Clavix Tablet?
Omeprazole ( a proton pump inhibitor or PPI used to treat and prevent indigestion) may interfere with the working of Clavix Tablet and reduce the effect of Clavix Tablet. Your doctor may prescribe an alternate PPI like lansoprazole, if you suffer from indigestion or if they judge that it would be beneficial to you. You should let your doctor know about all the medicines that have been prescribed to you before starting Clavix Tablet. Always consult your doctor before taking any medicine.
Q. What are the side effects of taking Clavix Tablet?
The most common side effect of Clavix Tablet is bleeding. This may lead to bruising on the skin, nosebleeds, blood in the urine or stools (black tarry stools), or heavier periods than usual in females. Rarely, bleeding may also occur in the head, eyes, lungs, or joints and may even be severe. In case you have a minor injury, such as a small cut while shaving, bleeding may take longer than usual to stop. Get emergency medical help if the bleeding is profuse, does not stop on it’s own, or bothers you. Other side effects of Clavix Tablet that may be seen occasionally in some people include diarrhea, abdominal pain, indigestion or heartburn. Please consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worry you.
Q. What will happen if I stop taking Clavix Tablet?
If you stop taking Clavix Tablet suddenly, your chances of heart attack or stroke may increase. These conditions can be fatal. Do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor, otherwise your condition may worsen. Continue taking Clavix Tablet for as long as prescribed by your doctor to get maximum benefit.
Q. How long does it take Clavix Tablet to start working? How long do I need to take it?
Clopiogrel starts working within 2 hours of taking it. Continue taking it as long as your doctor has advised you. You may have to take it for a few weeks or months, or you may have to take it for the rest of your life.
Products for Clavix
Clavix Tablet
strip of 15 tablets
MRP
₹111.89
Clavix 150 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹168.74
Clavix 300 Tablet
strip of 4 tablets
MRP
₹81.25