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Pilogrel is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Heart Attack. Secondary and off-label uses of Pilogrel have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Pilogrel depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Pilogrel include Chest Pain. Some other side effects of Pilogrel have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Pilogrel normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Pilogrel's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Pilogrel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Pilogrel is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Bleeding, Peptic Ulcer as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Pilogrel are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Pilogrel have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Pilogrel, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Pilogrel 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
Age Group | Dosage |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pilogrel is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Pilogrel safe for pregnant women?
Pilogrel can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Pilogrel, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Pilogrel safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Pilogrel as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Pilogrel on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Pilogrel on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Pilogrel on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Pilogrel. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Pilogrel only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Pilogrel on the Heart?
Side effects of Pilogrel rarely affect the heart.
Pilogrel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pilogrel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pilogrel habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Pilogrel is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Pilogrel since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Pilogrel only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Pilogrel in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Pilogrel
Taking Pilogrel with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pilogrel
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Pilogrel with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience