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Eptigrilin is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection, Infusion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Heart Attack. Other than this, Eptigrilin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Eptigrilin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Eptigrilin include Confusion, Blurred vision, Dizziness. While these are the most often observed Eptigrilin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Eptigrilin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Eptigrilin's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Eptigrilin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Eptigrilin related warnings section.
Eptigrilin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bleeding, Stroke, Trauma are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Eptigrilin contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Eptigrilin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Eptigrilin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Eptigrilin 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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Is the use of Eptigrilin safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Eptigrilin during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Eptigrilin safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Eptigrilin for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Eptigrilin on the Kidneys?
Eptigrilin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Eptigrilin on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Eptigrilin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Eptigrilin on the Heart?
Eptigrilin has very mild side effects on the heart.
Eptigrilin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Eptigrilin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Eptigrilin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Eptigrilin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Eptigrilin since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Eptigrilin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Eptigrilin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Eptigrilin
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Eptigrilin and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Eptigrilin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Eptigrilin with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Integrilin® (eptifibatide)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 631
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 512-514