ASA 75mg Tablet
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Product introduction
ASA 75mg Tablet is an antiplatelet medicine used to treat and prevent heart attacks, strokes, and heart-related chest pain (angina). It helps to prevent the formation of blood clots in your blood vessels. It is a very widely used medicine for heart protection.
ASA 75mg Tablet is usually best taken with food otherwise it may upset your stomach. The dose that is right for you depends on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should take it as recommended by your doctor.
The most common side effects of this medicine are heartburn or upset stomach, nausea, and vomiting. These are not usually serious but if you are worried, ask your doctor about ways of reducing or preventing them. This medicine may sometimes cause you to bleed more easily (for example you may get nosebleeds or bruises).
Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have ever had a prolonged problem when your blood did not clot properly or if you have had an ulcer or bleeding in your stomach or intestine. To make sure this medicine is safe for you, also tell your doctor if you have trouble with your liver or kidneys, have high blood pressure, or asthma. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment. It is usually not recommended in later stages of pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Heavy drinking can increase your risk of stomach bleeding.
Uses of ASA Tablet
Benefits of ASA Tablet
In Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
ASA 75mg Tablet works as a blood thinner and is used in small doses to reduce the risk of blood clots forming. It prevents platelets from sticking together thereby preventing the formation of harmful blood clots. This means you are less likely to suffer from angina, a heart attack, a stroke, or other blockages of blood vessels. It is likely to be prescribed if you have a high risk of cardiovascular disease and should be taken regularly (usually for the rest of your life) to have a preventive effect.
In Treatment and prevention of Heart attack
ASA 75mg Tablet prevents the formation of blood clots in blood vessels thereby reducing the risk of future heart attacks or strokes. In larger doses, ASA 75mg Tablet may be used in the treatment of a heart attack or a stroke that has been caused by a blood clot. It stops the blood clot that is blocking the supply of blood to the heart from growing any bigger.
Side effects of ASA Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of ASA
- Heartburn
- Increased bleeding tendency
- Nausea
- Upset stomach
- Vomiting
How to use ASA Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. ASA 75mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.
How ASA Tablet works
ASA 75mg Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with anti-platelet action. It works by preventing platelets from sticking together which decreases the formation of harmful blood clots. This lowers the chance of heart attack or stroke.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking ASA 75mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
ASA 75mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Driving
UNSAFE
ASA 75mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
UNSAFE
ASA 75mg Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided.
Liver
UNSAFE
ASA 75mg Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
What if you forget to take ASA Tablet?
If you miss a dose of ASA 75mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- ASA 75mg Tablet helps prevent future heart attack and clot-related (ischemic) stroke.
- It is generally well-tolerated with minimum side effects.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- It may make you bleed more easily. Be careful while shaving, using sharp objects, or cutting fingernails or toenails.
- Inform your doctor if you notice blood in your vomit or have black/tarry stools.
- Stop taking ASA 75mg Tablet and tell your doctor if you have ringing in your ears, unusual bleeding, or nausea or vomiting that does not go away.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Acylsalicylic acids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
Non-Selective COX 1 & 2 Inhibitors (Salicylates)
Interaction with drugs
Taking ASA with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Please consult with your doctor. Doctor may monitor liver function and blood cell counts.
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Concurrent use may increase the risk of serious side effects of Methotrexate.
Please consult with your doctor. Doctor may monitor liver function and blood cell counts.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of serious side effects of Methotrexate.
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Concurrent use may increase the risk o
Please consult with your doctor. Doctor may monitor liver function and blood cell counts.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of serious side effects of Methotrexate.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking ASA 75mg Tablet
Once A Day
100%
What are you using ASA Tablet for?
Others
100%
How much was the improvement?
Average
50%
Excellent
33%
Poor
17%
What were the side-effects while using ASA 75mg Tablet?
No Side Effec*
33%
Gastrointesti*
17%
Nausea
17%
Upset stomach
17%
Vomiting
17%
*No Side Effect, Gastrointestinal irritation
How do you take ASA Tablet?
With food
80%
Empty stomach
20%
Please rate ASA 75mg Tablet on price
Not Expensive
75%
Expensive
25%
FAQs
How long should I take ASA 75mg Tablet for?
You should be taking ASA 75mg Tablet for the rest of your life unless stopped by your doctor.
When will I feel better after taking ASA 75mg Tablet?
ASA 75mg Tablet is known to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. You may not feel any difference after taking ASA 75mg Tablet. Keep taking it as prescribed by your doctor, you will be getting the benefits.
How long does ASA 75mg Tablet takes to clear from the body?
It takes around 10 days for ASA 75mg Tablet to get cleared from the body after completely stopping this medicine.
Why is ASA 75mg Tablet given in pregnancy?
ASA 75mg Tablet is generally not recommended in pregnancy unless you have certain medical conditions like pre-eclampsia or other clotting disorders.
What is the best time to take ASA 75mg Tablet?
Take ASA 75mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. According to a recent study, taking ASA 75mg Tablet at night time, before you go to sleep, is more effective in reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Will I need to stop ASA 75mg Tablet before surgery or dental procedure?
ASA 75mg Tablet may increase the risk of bleeding during a surgery or dental procedure. Therefore, you may be asked by your doctor to stop taking ASA 75mg Tablet. You should not stop taking it on your own.
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Country of origin: India
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