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Afogatran 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules

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Afogatran 150 MG Description

Afogatran Capsule contains dabigatran as an active ingredient. It is an anticoagulant medicine. It is used to treat and prevent deep vein thrombosis (formation of blood clots in the deep vein of your

body, usually your legs) and pulmonary embolism (blood clot in the blood vessels of the lungs). It is also used for the prevention of stroke, systemic embolism and reduction of vascular mortality in adult patients with atrial fibrillation. It works by preventing the formation of a blood clot. Do not stop taking this medicine or miss a dose of this medicine without talking to your doctor. Continue to take Afogatran Capsule even if you feel well. Make sure to refill your prescription before you run out of medication so that you will not miss a dose.

Product Summary

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Contains	Dabigatran Etexilate(150.0 Mg)
Uses	Anti-coagulant, blood thinner
Side effects	Bleeding or bruising, stomach ache, feeling sick, indigestion
Therapy	ANTI-COAGULANT

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Afogatran 150 MG

Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) and prevention of related death.
To prevent recurrence of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE).
To prevent blood clots in the brain (stroke) and other blood vessels in the body if you have a form of irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation).

Contraindications of Afogatran 150 MG

If you have a known allergy to dabigatran etexilate or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. If you have reduced kidney or liver function., bleeding disorder or have a disease that increases...

Side effects of Afogatran 150 MG

Bleeding or bruising
Stomach ache
Feeling sick
Indigestion
Loose motions
Anaemia

Precautions and Warnings of Afogatran 150 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Afogatran Capsule during pregnancy?

The effects of Afogatran Capsule on pregnancy and the growing child are not known. You should not take this medicine during pregnancy unless your doctor advises you that it is safe to do so. Women of childbearing age should avoid becoming pregnant while taking this medicine

Breast Feeding

Can I take Afogatran Capsule while breastfeeding?

You should not breastfeed while taking Afogatran Capsule.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Afogatran Capsule?

This medicine does not alter your driving abilities.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Afogatran Capsule?

There is no known interaction between alcohol and Afogatran Capsule. Discuss with your doctor if you drink too often. Heavy drinking while taking this medicine is dangerous and can increase the anticoagulant action of this medicine and make you more likely to bleed.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have any bleeding disorder, bleeding in any part of your gut, ulcers, skin lesions.
You have had a surgical tissue removal (biopsy) in the past month.
You had an injury recently and still recovering from that (bone fracture, head injury or any injury requiring surgical treatment).
You have swelling or inflammation in the food pipe & stomach or stomach acid comes up to the food pipe.
Your kidneys and liver are not functioning properly.
Your weight is less than 50 kgs or you are an elderly person (+75 years).
You need to have an operation. You will be asked to stop taking this medicine for a while to avoid the risk of bleeding, Make sure you take Afogatran Capsule before and after the operation exactly at ...
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You are going to undergo an operation that involves a catheter or injection into your spinal column.

Mode of Action of Afogatran 150 MG

How Does It Work?

Afogatran Capsule works by inhibiting the action of an enzyme involved in the blood clotting and hence increases the clotting time.

Directions for Use of Afogatran 150 MG

Take Afogatran Capsule as your doctor has told you with a glass of water.
Do not skip or miss a dose of this medicine. It can be taken with or without food.

Interactions of Afogatran 150 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines, supplements or herbals.
Certain medicines such as oral antifungals such as ketoconazole, cyclosporin (used to prevent organ rejection after transplantation), dronedarone (to treat abnormal heartbeat) and antiviral medicines ...
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Concomitant use of tacrolimus (used during organ rejection) and Digoxin (used for heart conditions) is not recommended with Afogatran Capsule.
Caution to be exercised in case of concomitant use of certain medicines such as Verapamil (for high blood pressure), Amiodarone & Quinidine (used for heart conditions), Clarithromycin (an antibiotic) ...
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Concomitant use of medicines such as rifampicin, carbamazepine or phenytoin should be avoided.
Other anticoagulants & antiplatelet agents if taken along with Afogatran Capsule may increase the risk of bleeding.

Storage and disposal of Afogatran 150 MG

Store Afogatran Capsule in the original package to protect from moisture. Keep it out of the reach and sight of children and pets.

Dosage of Afogatran 150 MG

Overdose

Taking too much of this medicine increases the risk of bleeding. In case of an overdose contact your doctor immediately or reach out to the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

Take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow the usual dosing schedule. You should never miss the dose of this medicine ...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Why should I stop taking Afogatran Capsule before surgery?

A: Due to an increased risk of bleeding you need to stop taking this medicine temporarily during and shortly after an operation. It is very important to take this medicine before and after the operation exactly at the times you have been told by your doctor.

Q: How should I take Afogatran Capsule, with or without food?

A: You can take this medicine with or without food.

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AFOGATRAN

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30/05/2026

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