Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ticalog 90. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ticalog 90 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you...
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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ticalog 90 during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE
Ticalog 90 does not usually affect your ability to drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ticalog 90 is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Ticalog 90 is recommended.
Limited information is available on the use of Ticalog 90 in renal dialysis patients.
CAUTION
Ticalog 90 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ticalog 90 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Ticalog 90 is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Medicine Overview of Ticalog 90mg Tablet
Introduction
Ticalog 90 belongs to a group of medicines called antiplatelets or blood thinners. It reduces the formation of harmful blood clots in blood vessels. This helps to prevent a heart attack or stroke in people with heart disease.
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Uses of Ticalog 90
Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Heart attack
Side effects of Ticalog 90
Common
Bleeding
Breathlessness
How to use Ticalog 90
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ticalog 90 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Ticalog 90 works
Ticalog 90 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.
What if you forget to take Ticalog 90?
If you miss a dose of Ticalog 90, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
For best results, take it at the same time every day.
Ticalog 90 increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, using sharp objects, or cutting fingernails or toenails.
Do not discontinue using the medicine without consulting your doctor as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or str...
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If you are scheduled to undergo a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Ticalog 90 temporarily.
You may experience shortness of breath in the initial weeks of therapy. Notify your doctor if it becomes worse or persists for long.
Brief Description
Indication
Prevention of thrombotic events, [cardiovascular death (CV), myocardial infarction (MI) and stroke] in patients with acute coronary syndromes (ACS) [u...
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Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Adult Dose
Oral
Acute coronary syndrome
Adult:
Loading dose (following ACS event): 180 mg PO (two 90 mg tablets)
Maintenance dose (for first year following A...
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Renal Dose
Renal impairment
No dosage adjustment needed
Contraindication
History of Intracranial Hemorrhage: Ticagrelor is not recommended in patients with a history of intracranial hemorrhage (ICH) due to a high risk of re...
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Mode of Action
Ticagrelor and its major metabolite reversibly interact with the platelet P2Y12 ADP-receptor to prevent signal transduction and platelet activation. T...
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Precaution
Patients w/ increased risk of bleeding (e.g. patients who are likely to undergo surgery or invasive procedures). Patients at risk of bradycardic event...
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