Brilinta Blood Thinner Tablets 90mg 56 Tablets

Brilinta Blood Thinner Tablets 90mg 56 Tablets help prevent blood clots that can cause heart attacks, strokes, or other serious health problems.

Brilinta Ingredients

Brilinta tablets contain the active ingredient "Ticagrelor," an antiplatelet agent. It works by preventing blood platelets from sticking together to form blood clots, thereby inhibiting clot formation.

What are the uses of Brilinta 90 mg tablets?

Brilinta is used alongside aspirin to prevent clots and reduce the risk of death due to blood clots, particularly in cases of:

• Stroke.

• Heart attacks (Myocardial infarction).

• Heart or blood vessel problems.

It is also prescribed for patients who have previously experienced:

• Angina or a heart attack.

• A heart attack a year ago, with a high risk of having another heart attack or stroke.

• Coronary artery disease and diabetes without a previous history of heart attack or stroke, provided they have previously undergone surgery to open a blocked coronary artery.

Brilinta Dosage

• The doctor determines the appropriate dose and duration of treatment.

• The usual dose: One tablet in the morning and one tablet in the evening at the same time every day.

• It can be taken with or without food.

• Doctors typically prescribe a daily dose of aspirin ranging from 75–150 mg as well.

• Do not stop taking Brilinta without consulting your doctor first.

What are the Side Effects of Brilinta 90 mg?

• Headache.

• Dizziness.

• Abdominal pain.

• Constipation.

• Nausea and vomiting.

• Itching (pruritus).

• Anxiety.

• Fatigue.

• Cough.

Contraindications

Do not use Brilinta in cases of:

• Hypersensitivity to its components.

• Active bleeding due to a medical condition, such as a bleeding stomach ulcer or bleeding inside the skull or brain.

• A history of intracranial (within the skull) or brain bleeding.

• Liver problems.

• Concurrent use of certain medications, such as antifungals, Clarithromycin, Nefazodone, Ritonavir, or Atazanavir.

Warnings and Precautions

Inform your doctor of any other health conditions before taking Brilinta, especially a history of:

• Gout.

• Slow heart rate (bradycardia).

• Asthma or breathing problems.

• Kidney problems.

• High levels of uric acid in the blood (hyperuricemia).

• Past history of stroke.

• Recent gastrointestinal bleeding.

Drug Interactions

Caution should be exercised before taking Brilinta alongside any other medication, especially:

• Blood thinners (anticoagulants).

• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

• High-dose Aspirin.

• Rifampin.

• Epilepsy medications (anticonvulsants).

• Dexamethasone.

• Cyclosporine.

• Digoxin.

Storage and Handling

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.

• Do not use after the expiration date printed on the packaging.