Rosuvastatin, Aspirin & Clopidogrel Capsules

Rosuvastatin, Aspirin & Clopidogrel Capsules

Rosuvastatin + Clopidogrel + Aspirin is part of the class of antihyperlipidemic and antiplatelet medications, which are used in the treatment of heart attack, myocardial infarction (obstruction of blood supply to heart muscles), angina (chest discomfort), and stroke. A heart attack occurs when the supply of blood to the heart is obstructed. The clogging is usually a deposit of cholesterol, fat, and other materials, which accumulate as a plaque (semi-solid material from fluid deposits) in the arteries supplying blood to the heart. Sometimes a plaque breaks open and forms a clot, which prevents the flow of blood. Symptoms of a heart attack include chest pain, sensation of tightness in the chest, back pain, or arm pain.

Rosuvastatin + Clopidogrel + Aspirin is a combination of three fixed drugs: Rosuvastatin, Clopidogrel, and Aspirin. Rosuvastatin is a category of drug being an antihyperlipidemic. Rosuvastatin decreases the level of lipids. It suppresses the body’s activity of bad cholesterol and increases the body’s activity of making good cholesterol. Clopidogrel and aspirin both belong to a type of drug known as Antiplatelet.

Benefits:

• Rosuvastatin is a type of medicine called an antihyperlipidemic. Rosuvastatin reduces the amount of lipids.
• It inhibits the body’s capacity to generate bad cholesterol and enhances the body’s capacity to generate good cholesterol.
• It is employed to reduce cholesterol levels and manage heart and blood issues, heart attack, and stroke.
• Clopidogrel and aspirin both fall under a class of medications referred to as Antiplatelet. They function by stopping the blood from coagulating and reducing the rate of clot generation, which proves dangerous to the body.

Uses:

Aspirin + Rosuvastatin + Clopidogrel is utilized for a heart attack. It suppresses the ability of the body to produce bad cholesterol and increases the ability of the body to produce good cholesterol.  It is utilized in lowering the level of cholesterol and treating the issues of the heart and blood, heart attacks, and strokes.

Directions to use:

• All instructions must be read before using this medicine.
• Gulp it the with a whole glass of water.
• Do not chew or break this capsule.
• Use this drug after the prescription of your doctor.
• Store this medication in a dry, cool place.

Doses:

Keep this medicine in the proper dose as recommended by your medical practitioner. Do not consume it in overdose, otherwise it can produce several side effects. Read all instructions carefully before consuming this drug. Take this medicine at the same time every day to benefit more.

Storage:

• Keep this medication in a dry and cool place. 
• Do not keep this medicine in front of direct sunlight.
• Store these capsules away from the reach of children and pets.

Side Effects:

• Headache
• Muscle pain
• Increased tendency to bleed
• Stomach pain
• Indigestion
• Bruise (discolouration of the skin)
• Bleeding in the nose
• Weakness
• Gastrointestinal bleeding
• Diarrhoea
• Nausea

Precautions:

• You have been prescribed Aspirin + Rosuvastatin + Clopidogrel to lower your risk of heart attacks and stroke.
• Have it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
• It increases your chance of bleeding. Shave carefully, clip fingernails and toenails, or use sharp objects to cut.
• Inform your doctor if you are more fatigued than you normally are, do not feel like eating, or yellow eyes, skin.
• Inform your physician if you develop muscle symptoms (weakness or pain), especially in case of fever, sick feeling or dark-colored urine.
• Inform your physician that you are taking Aspirin + Rosuvastatin + Clopidogrel before any surgical intervention.
• Inform your physician if you are pregnant or intend to get pregnant.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q. Will I have to discontinue Aspirin + Rosuvastatin + Clopidogrel for surgery or a dental procedure?

Aspirin + Rosuvastatin + Clopidogrel can lead to an increased risk of bleeding during surgery or dental surgery. So, you might be instructed by your doctor to discontinue taking Aspirin + Rosuvastatin + Clopidogrel. Do not decide to stop Aspirin + Rosuvastatin + Clopidogrel yourself.

Q. Which analgesic is safe when on Aspirin + Rosuvastatin + Clopidogrel?

Paracetamol can be taken while on Aspirin + Rosuvastatin + Clopidogrel for pain relief. Other painkillers should be avoided during Aspirin + Rosuvastatin + Clopidogrel, as they might raise the risk of bleeding.