Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule
Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg 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.
Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule should be taken with food regularly at a fixed time each day. 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 a 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.
Earlier 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.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule may be taken with or without food.
Side Effects:
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
Ordinary side effects of Prasuten AS
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Increased bleeding tendency
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Gastrointestinal disturbance
Blood cell abnormalities
High blood pressure
Hypotension (low blood pressure)
Atrial fibrillation
Edema (swelling)
Headache
Dizziness
Dyslipidemia
Rash
Confusion
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
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It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
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Information regarding the use of Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
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Information regarding the use of Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
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It is not known whether Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
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There is limited data available on the use of Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
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There is limited data available on the use of Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Employ of Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
FAQs:
Why have I been prescribed Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule?
You may have been prescribed Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule if you had a heart attack, were treated with stents in your coronary arteries, or had coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG).
Is Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule a blood thinner?
Affirmative, Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg 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 Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg 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 Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule?
It is not advised to take alcohol while taking Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg 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 Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule before surgery?
Your doctor will decide whether you need to stop taking Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule before any surgery or treatment or not. Usually, if a surgery or treatment is planned beforehand, the doctor may stop Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg 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 Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule on your own without discussing it with your doctor.
What is the most important information I need to know about Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule?
Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg 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 Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule and needs urgent medical attention as it can otherwise be fatal.
Who should not take Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule?
Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule is not recommended for people who are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Do not take Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg 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). Increaseitionally, avoid taking Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule if you are trying to get pregnant, already pregnant, or breastfeeding.
What if I forget to take a dose of Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule?
If you have missed a dose of Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg 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 Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule after stent insertion?
The exact duration of taking Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg 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 Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg 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 Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg 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 Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule may increase your chances of developing a stomach ulcer and bleeding. Refrain from taking excessive alcohol with Prasuten AS 10mg/75mg Capsule as it can irritate your stomach and lead to a stomach ulcer as well.
Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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