Locidix 75mg Tablets
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Description
Locidix 75mg Tablets is an antiplatelet medicine. This reduces the risk of formation of blood clots in the blood vessels and reduces the risk of heart attack, stroke and heart-related chest pain. I
t contains clopidogrel as an active ingredient. Locidix 75mg Tablets inhibits the activity of an enzyme responsible for blood clotting. Along with the Locidix 75mg Tablets, a slight modification in lifestyle including a healthy diet, avoiding smoke and alcohol, weight loss, etc is more helpful to manage the heart condition. Take Locidix 75mg Tablets as advised by your doctor.
Product Summary
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| Uses | Prevention of stroke or heart attack |
| Side effects | Stomach upset, diarrhoea, abnormal bleeding |
| Therapy | ANTI-PLATELET |
Uses
- It is used to prevent blood clots after heart procedures like stenting, peripheral vascular disease, heart attack and strokes.
- It is used to treat unstable angina or chest pain.
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to clopidogrel or other components of the Locidix 75mg Tablets .
- If you suffer from a condition that causes bleeding like a stomach ulcer or bleeding inside the brain.
- If you have a severe liver disorder.
Side effects
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhoea
- Indigestion or heartburn
- Abnormal bleeding or bruising
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take a Locidix 75mg Tablets during pregnancy?
A:
There is little safety information available on the use of Locidix 75mg Tablets during pregnancy. Avoid the same unless prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor before taking the medication.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take a Locidix 75mg Tablets while breastfeeding?
A:
It is unknown if clopidogrel passes through breast milk. Avoid while breastfeeding. Consult the doctor before taking the medication.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive after consuming the Locidix 75mg Tablets ?
A:
Locidix 75mg Tablets does not affect the ability to drive. Avoid driving until you know how the medicine affects you.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol while taking a Locidix 75mg Tablets ?
A:
Taking Locidix 75mg Tablets along with alcohol may increase the chances of stomach ulcers. Avoid alcohol while on the medication.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You suffer from a blood disorder.
- You had a brain stroke or blood clot inside the brain.
- You have kidney or liver disease.
- You suffer from Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP) - a condition causing fever and bruising under the skin, with or without tiredness, confusion, jaundice.
- You have an allergy to a particular medicine.
- You are undergoing surgery (dental procedures included).
- Locidix 75mg Tablets is not recommended for use in children.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Platelets are minuscule substances of the blood that stick together to form a blood clot. Clopidogrel in the medicine inhibits the enzymes responsible for the platelet aggregation and prevents the platelets to stick together. It maintains a smooth blood flow in the blood vessels....
Directions for Use
Take as directed by the doctor. Swallow as a whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine. Take with or without food. Take the medicine regularly and avoid consuming it more than prescribed by the doctor....
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Sometimes medicine affects the way other medicines work, and other medicines affect how the medicine works if taken at the same time.
- Inform the doctor regarding the medicines, supplements or herbals you take or might take to avoid possible interaction.
- If you are taking medicines like other blood thinners like warfarin or anti-platelet medicines like aspirin, heparin, painkillers, medicines used for brain-related disorders like fluoxetine, anti-HIV medicine, etc as concomitant use of these medicines with Locidix 75mg Tablets increase the risk of bleeding....
- Simultaneous use of antacids like omeprazole decreases the effectiveness of the Locidix 75mg Tablets if taken along.
- Other medicines that must be used with caution are anti-cancer medicines, anti-diabetics, anti-epileptic medicines or anti-fungal antibiotics like fluconazole.
Interactions with food items
Avoid grapefruit juice, when taking the Locidix 75mg Tablets , which reduces the efficacy of the medication. Avoid consuming grapefruit juice while on the medication.
Storage and disposal
- Store at a cool and dry place away from direct heat or moisture.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
Dosage
Overdose
An overdose of Locidix 75mg Tablets causes internal bleeding, which will cause the patient to lose consciousness or have trouble breathing. Seek medical assistance if you suspect an overdose of Locidix 75mg Tablets ....
Missed a Dose
Missing doses of the medicine have side effects. If you have missed taking a dose, take it as soon as you remember (if it is within 12 hours of the usual time). If it is time for the next dose (more than 12 hours have passed), skip the missed one. Avoid taking a double dose to compensate....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: When and how I must take the Locidix 75mg Tablets ?
A: Locidix 75mg Tablets must be taken orally. Take with or without food. Complete the course of medicine, avoid stopping the medicine halfway without consulting the physician as discontinuation may lead to an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Q: Is Locidix 75mg Tablets a blood thinner?
A: Yes, Locidix 75mg Tablets is commonly known as blood thinner medicine and belongs to an antiplatelet class of medicine. Clopidogrel present in Locidix 75mg Tablets reduces the formation of clots within the blood vessels thus help easing the blood flow.
Q: Is Locidix 75mg Tablets a steroid?
A: No, Locidix 75mg Tablets is not a steroid. It is an antiplatelet medicine and reduces the risk of formation of blood clots in the blood vessels and reduces the risk of heart attack, stroke and heart-related chest pain.
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