Ticagrelor Benefits & Uses

Ticagrelor is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Heart Attack

Other Benefits

Angina

Ticagrelor 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: Heart Attack Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 90 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Attack Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 90 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ticagrelor Related Warnings

Is the use of Ticagrelor safe for pregnant women?

Ticagrelor can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ticagrelor, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Ticagrelor safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Ticagrelor on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Ticagrelor will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Ticagrelor on the Kidneys?

Using Ticagrelor does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ticagrelor on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Ticagrelor on the Heart?

Ticagrelor is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ticagrelor with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Clarithromycin

Apixaban

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Moderate

Abciximab

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Ticagrelor Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Liver Disease
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Peptic Ulcer
Bleeding
Shortness of Breath

Frequently asked Questions about Ticagrelor

Is this Ticagrelor habit forming or addictive?

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

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Ticagrelor since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Ticagrelor is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Ticagrelor in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Ticagrelor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ticagrelor

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Ticagrelor together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Ticagrelor

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ticagrelor and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown