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Brilinta 90Mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Astra Zeneca
Medicine Composition :  Ticagrelor
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Brilinta 90Mg Tablet

This medication is given to patients suffering from angina or had a major heart attack. It is basically a platelet aggregation inhibitor and works by slowing down the platelets so that they don’t stick to injured tissues and blood vessels.

The tablet should not be consumed in case you have any history of bleeding problems or liver problems. Consult a doctor if you are taking any antifungals such as ketoconazole, voriconazole, itraconazole or certain macrolide antibiotics and certain protease inhibitors.

    What are the uses of Brilinta 90Mg Tablet

    What are the contraindications of Brilinta 90Mg Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Brilinta 90Mg Tablet ?

    • Bleeding

    • Chest Tightness

    • Blurred Vision

    • Confusion

    • Nervousness

    • Black Or Tarry Stools

    • Swelling Of The Face, Arms, Hands, Lower Legs, Or Feet

    Key highlights of Brilinta 90Mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women must consult a doctor before using this medicine.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This medicine should not be consumed by breastfeeding women.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no interaction between liver impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    What are the substitutes for Brilinta 90Mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Brilinta 90Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of this medication, take it as soon as possible.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication obstructs adenosine diphosphate receptor of the subtype P2Y12. However, unlike other antiplatelet medication, it has a separate binding site. This allows the blockage to be reversible because the it is an allosteric antagonist.

      What are the interactions of Brilinta 90Mg Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Alcohol

        Interaction with alcohol is unknown.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        This medication reacts with dalteparin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, mifepristone, clarithromycin and ketoconazole.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        This medication should be avoided by those who suffer from dyspepsia, renal impairment and liver disease.

      FAQs about Brilinta 90Mg Tablet

      • Ques : What is Brilinta 90mg tablet?

        Ans : Brilinta 90 Mg works as a platelet aggregation inhibitor and contains Ticagrelor as an active ingredient.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Brilinta 90mg tablet?

        Ans : Brilinta tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like heart attack, chest pain, cardiac arrest, concussion, and stroke.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Brilinta 90mg tablet?

        Ans : Side-effects include diarrhea, dizziness, abdominal pain, tingling feeling, bruising, and breathing difficulties.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Brilinta 90mg tablet?

        Ans : Brilinta 90 Mg should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use Brilinta 90Mg Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

        Ans : It takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions.

      • Ques : What are the contraindications to Brilinta 90Mg Tablet?

        Ans : It should not be used if you have the following conditions such as Allergic, Bleeding in stomach or gut from an ulcer, Moderate to severe liver disease, Stroke caused by bleeding in the brain, etc.

      • Ques : Is Brilinta 90Mg Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

        Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary.

      • Ques : Will Brilinta 90Mg Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

        Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose can lead to increased chances of side effects.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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