Clopigard Ap is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Angina. The alternative uses of Clopigard Ap have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Clopigard Ap. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Clopigard Ap include Nosebleed, Diarrhoea, Abdominal Pain. While these are the most often observed Clopigard Ap side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Clopigard Ap are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Clopigard Ap has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Clopigard Ap related warnings talks about Clopigard Ap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Cancer, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Clopigard Ap since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Clopigard Ap have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Clopigard Ap may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Clopigard Ap is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Clopigard Ap is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clopigard Ap is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Clopigard Ap safe for pregnant women?
Clopigard AP shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Clopigard Ap safe during breastfeeding?
Clopigard AP can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Clopigard Ap on the Kidneys?
Clopigard AP has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clopigard Ap on the Liver?
Clopigard AP may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Clopigard Ap on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Clopigard AP on the heart have been reported.
Clopigard Ap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clopigard Ap unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clopigard Ap habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Clopigard Ap.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Clopigard Ap, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Clopigard Ap can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Clopigard Ap is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Clopigard Ap is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clopigard Ap
You can take Clopigard Ap with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clopigard Ap
Consuming Clopigard Ap with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, ideally Clopigard AP can't be taken in stomach pain because Clopigard AP has adverse reaction regarding gastrointestinal experiences such as dyspepsia, raised liver enzyme, hepatitis, Reye's Syndrome.
Clopigard AP should not be taken when a person has been detected with dengue. This is because aspirin may cause internal bleeding which can be fatal during dengue. To bring down fever in dengue patients, paracetamol can be given along with plenty of fluids such as soups, juices, and water. Along with taking precautionary measures mentioned above, seek medical advice right away in case of Dengue as negligence and low platelet counts may lead to fatal consequences. You are highly recommended to follow the doctor's instructions.
There has been no established research which claims miscarriage after taking Clopigard AP during early pregnancy. Infact according to some reports low doses can be safely taken. However, it is best to check with your gynaecologist regarding dosage and right medication to be taken during pregnancy.
Clopigard AP is a brand name of aspirin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs). It is used in the treatment of a headache (including a mild migraine), fever, acute rheumatic fever, backache, myalgia, joint pain, pulled muscle, toothache, neuralgias and dysmenorrhoea, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, post-myocardial infarction, and post-stroke.
Take Clopigard AP as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
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