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| Ticlopidine Hydrochloride 250mg | Know More |
Ticlid Uses Ticlid prevents substances in the blood, called platelets, from clustering. This helps to prevent blood clots from forming. Ticlid is used to prevent strokes in patients who have had a stroke or who have experienced transient ischemic attacks (TIAs or "mini-strokes"). How to use Ticlid Take Ticlid exactly as directed on the package or as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Take Ticlid with food or just after eating to lessen stomach upset.
Never take more of this medication than is prescribed for you. Ticlid Side Effects This drug may cause following serious side effects : an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing, closing of your throat, swelling of your lips, tongue, or face, or hives), bloody or black vomit or stools, unusual, prolonged, or severe bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, a sore throat, or other signs of infection, a rash (including pinpoint dots on the skin), yellow skin or eyes, abdominal pain, dark-yellow urine, light-colored stools, pale skin, weakness on a side of the body, severe headache, confusion, or dizziness, easy bruising, or a bleeding nose. Other, less serious side effects may also occur. Continue to take Ticlid and talk to your doctor if you experience upset stomach, nausea, or vomiting, ringing in the ears, diarrhea, dizziness, or itching. Ticlid Precautions Tell your doctor your medical history especially : If you have had an allergic reaction to Ticlid, active bleeding anywhere in your body {such as bleeding in the stomach from an ulcer or a stroke of a certain type (bleeding in the head)}, a blood disorder or a bleeding problem including neutropenia or thrombocytopenia, or been told that you had TTP. Before taking Ticlid, tell your doctor if you have:
· a stomach or intestinal ulcer, high levels of cholesterol or triglycerides (types of fat) in your blood, kidney disease, liver disease, or recently had, or need to have, surgery (including dental surgery).
Ticlid should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Do not take aspirin, ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil, Nuprin, others), naproxen (Aleve, Anaprox, Naprosyn, others), ketoprofen (Orudis, Orudis KT, Oruvail), indomethacin (Indocin), nabumetone (Relafen), oxaprozin (Daypro), or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) without first talking to your doctor. Ticlid Drug interactions Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially : aspirin, warfarin (Coumadin), heparin, ardeparin (Normiflo), dalteparin (Fragmin), danaparoid (Orgaran), or enoxaparin (Lovenox), clopidogrel (Plavix), dipyridamole (Persantine), or a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nuprin, others), naproxen (Anaprox, Naprosyn, Aleve), ketoprofen (Orudis KT, Orudis, Oruvail), indomethacin (Indocin), diclofenac (Cataflam, Voltaren), diflunisal (Dolobid), etodolac (Lodine), fenoprofen (Nalfon), flurbiprofen (Ansaid), nabumetone (Relafen), oxaprozin (Daypro), piroxicam (Feldene), sulindac (Clinoril), or tolmetin (Tolectin). The medicines listed above can cause bleeding, especially when taken with Ticlid. This interaction could become dangerous. Before taking Ticlid, tell your doctor if you are taking antacids or cimetidine (Tagamet, Tagamet HB), digoxin (Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps), theophylline (Theo-Dur, Theochron, Theolair, others), or phenytoin (Dilantin). Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Ticlid. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines. Ticlid Overdose If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of a Ticlid overdose may include vomiting, difficulty breathing, blood in the vomit or stool, seizures, and loss of coordination. Ticlid Notes Do not share Ticlid with others. Ticlid Missed Dose If you miss an Ticlid dosage, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up. Ticlid Storage Store Ticlid at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from sunlight and moisture. Important Note The following Informationrmation is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
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