Dabigatran

Dabigatran is used to help prevent strokes, and to prevent the clotting of blood, especially if you suffer from fluctuations in blood pressure along with irregular heartbeat. It is known to effectively treat blood clot or deep vein thrombosis in the veins of your arms and legs. It can prevent the coagulation of blood in the lungs thereby controlling respiratory problems caused as a result. It is also used to inhibit the hardening of arteries, and the lumping of blood especially after undergoing a heart valve replacement surgery, a knee replacement surgery or a hip replacement surgery. The drug blocks the actions of a coagulating protein called thrombin to main the smooth circulation of blood throughout the body. The medicine is in the form of a capsule which needs to be taken orally, with or without food as directed by the doctor. It is important to avoid antacids as they may interfere with the functions of the drug.

Side effects of this drug may include the thinning of the blood making the patient prone to easy bleeding and bruising. Some reactions such as nose bleeding may occur. Excessive bleeding from cuts and wounds, or bleeding gums along with unusual pain and discomfort in the body may also happen which needs immediate medical attention.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Deep Vein Thrombosis

• Pulmonary Embolism

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Bleeding

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pradaxa 75mg capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

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

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

• Does this affect liver function?

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

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Dabigatran, please consult your doctor.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Dabigatran as ingredient

• Pradaxa 75Mg Capsule

  Boehringer Ingelheim

• Pradaxa 110Mg Capsule

  Boehringer Ingelheim

• Pradaxa 150Mg Capsule

  Boehringer Ingelheim

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

This medication is an anticoagulant. It works by inhibiting the conversion to fibrin from fibrin. This action of the medicine is produced by inhibiting thrombin action.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.