Uses of Lipitor

Cloptaz is a medicine prescribed by a doctor/pharmacist. Let's learn more about what Cloptaz drug treats? Dosage and how to use it in the following article.

1. What is Cloptaz?

Cloptaz belongs to the list of prescription cardiovascular drugs. Cloptaz is manufactured by Plethico Pharm., Ltd - INDIA, under registration number VN - 10511 - 10.
The main ingredient in Cloptaz is the active ingredient Clopidogrel bisulfate with 75mg content and excipients. Cloptaz medicine is packaged in 1 big box x 3 small boxes x 1 blister x 10 film-coated tablets.

2. Uses of Lipitor

In the drug Cloptaz contains the active ingredient Clopidogrel - a selective inhibitor of the binding of Adenosine Diphosphate to its receptor in platelets. This leads to adenosine diphosphate-mediated activation of the GPIIb/IIIa glycoprotein complex.
This action leads to inhibition of platelet aggregation. Clopidogrel itself is present in the biochemical drug Cloptaz required for the production of inhibition of platelet aggregation. However, the active metabolite of Cloptaz was not isolated.
Cloptaz acts on irreversible modification of platelet Adenosine Diphosphate receptors. As a result, platelets bind to the active substance Clopidogrel, which affects the later stages of platelet life.
In general, Cloptaz is rapidly absorbed when taken orally by at least 50%, unaffected by food. Cloptaz is metabolised in the liver and excreted in the urine and faeces.

3. What disease does Lipitor treat?

Cloptaz is indicated for primary prevention of the following conditions:
Myocardial infarction ; Stroke ; Peripheral artery disease. In addition, the drug Cloptaz is also used to control and prevent secondary conditions in subjects:
Atherosclerosis; Recent myocardial infarction; Peripheral arteries identified; In general, Cloptaz is indicated for groups of subjects with cardiovascular problems according to the instructions.

4. Dosage - How to use Clopidogrel

Cloptaz drug is used according to the instructions of the doctor depending on the condition and purpose of use. Specifically:
Use Cloptaz to prevent thromboembolic disorders at a dose of 75mg/day (1 tablet); Acute coronary syndrome: Use Cloptaz as a starting dose of 300mg as a single dose. Use maintenance dose 75mg/day; History of atherosclerosis, use Cloptaz 1 tablet/day; Dosage of Cloptaz does not need to be adjusted in special groups such as liver / kidney failure.
How to use Cloptaz:
Cloptaz is made in the form of film-coated tablets. You can take Cloptaz with water before or after a meal.

5. Contraindications to using Lipitor

Do not use Cloptaz drugs for the following subjects:
Hypersensitivity or allergy to Cloptaz; Stomach bleeding; Intracranial hemorrhage; Severe liver failure. Pregnant women should not take Cloptaz; Lactating women should not take Cloptaz. To be safe, do not use Cloptaz for contraindications.

6. Clopidogrel interactions

Some interactions when taking Cloptaz include:
Aspirin ; Heparin; Warfarin ; NSAIDs Phenytoin; Tamoxifen; Tolbutamide; Torsemid; Fluvastatin; Omeprazole; Esomeprazole; Fluvoxamine; Fluoxetine; Moclobemide; Voriconazole; Fluconazole ; Ticlopidine; Ciprofloxacin; Cimetidine; Carbamazepine; Oxcarbazepine; Chloramphenicol. Inform your doctor about the medications you are taking when prescribed Cloptaz.

7. Side effects of Lipitor

While taking Cloptaz you may also experience side effects including:
Diarrhea; Stomachache; Undigested; Nausea; Vomit; Erythema; Itchy; Chest tightness; Epistaxis; Stomach bleeding; Stomach ulcers; Neutropenia ; Thrombocytopenia; Aplastic anemia; Kidney disease; Loss of taste; Acute arthritis; Intracranial hemorrhage; Bleeding in the eye; Monitor, detect and notify your doctor of any side effects when taking Cloptaz for effective management.

8. Warnings and Precautions for Clopidogrel

Use Cloptaz safely, the manufacturer also gives some warnings and cautions in the following subjects:
Hemorrhage due to trauma; Surgery to stop taking Cloptaz; There are ulcerative lesions; Liver failure; Metabolic disorder. The above subjects when taking Cloptaz should be warned and cautious.
Cloptaz is a medicine for treating cardiovascular diseases as indicated. Cloptaz belongs to the list of prescription drugs, so when using it, you need to be consulted and guided by your doctor / pharmacist. If you have any further questions about taking Cloptaz, ask your doctor/pharmacist for more details.

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