Platfrin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Platfrin Information

Platfrin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Angina. Platfrin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Platfrin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Platfrin also has some side effects, the most common being Nosebleed, Diarrhoea, Abdominal Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Platfrin as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Platfrin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Platfrin is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Platfrin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Platfrin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Platfrin in conditions like Kidney Cancer, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. The section on Platfrin contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Platfrin may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Platfrin is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Platfrin Benefits & Uses
Platfrin Dosage & How to Take
Platfrin Side Effects
Platfrin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Platfrin with Other Drugs
Platfrin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Platfrin
Platfrin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Platfrin Benefits & Uses

Platfrin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Angina

Other Benefits

Peripheral Vascular Disease
Blood Clotting Disorders

Platfrin Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Angina Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 75 mg aspirin and 75 mg clopidogrel
Geriatric	Disease: Angina Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 75 mg aspirin and 75 mg clopidogrel

Platfrin Related Warnings

Is the use of Platfrin safe for pregnant women?

Platfrin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Platfrin safe during breastfeeding?

Platfrin 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Platfrin on the Kidneys?

Platfrin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Platfrin on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Platfrin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Platfrin only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Platfrin on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Platfrin on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Platfrin with Other Drugs

Platfrin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Platfrin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Platfrin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Cancer
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Asthma
Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Platfrin

Is this Platfrin habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Platfrin is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Platfrin. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Platfrin should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Platfrin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Platfrin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Platfrin

Taking Platfrin with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Platfrin

Taking Platfrin with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Platfrin

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Platfrin work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Platfrin primarily relieves pain because it is an analgesic. It also reduces inflammations (swellings) arising due to injuries and infections in the body. Apart from being an analgesic, it works by preventing strokes and other heart-related disorders by, the blood and reducing thromboxane (a chemical) responsible for making the platelets sticky. Hence by this action, it prevents blood clots which further prevents strokes and heart blockages.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Platfrin lead to miscarriage?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

There has been no established research which claims miscarriage after taking Platfrin 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Platfrin be used for toothache?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Ideally Platfrin is not prescribed by a doctor for a toothache. However, in the absence of painkillers such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen, naproxen etc, aspirin can be taken to get instant relief from tooth pain. Generally, for treating toothache arising due to dental cavities and dental procedures ibuprofen along with antibiotics are recommended by dentists to reduce swelling and pain.

Question over 5 years ago

Can i take Platfrin for stomach pain?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, ideally Platfrin can't be taken in stomach pain because Platfrin has adverse reaction regarding gastrointestinal experiences such as dyspepsia, raised liver enzyme, hepatitis, Reye's Syndrome.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Platfrin a blood thinner?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Platfrin is used as an anticoagulant (blood thinner ) because low doses of this medicine have been effective in preventing brain and heart-related disorders such as myocardial infarction (heart attack) and strokes.