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Dabistar 150mg Capsule 10's

Dabistar 150mg Capsule 10's

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Lupin Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Dabistar 150mg Capsule

Dabistar 150mg Capsule belongs to a class of drugs known as anticoagulants or blood thinners. Dabistar 150mg Capsule is primarily used to prevent stroke (blood clots in the brain). It is also used to prevent and treat deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in leg veins), and pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lung) by reducing blood clot formation. Deep vein thrombosis is a medical condition in which blood clots form in deep veins, usually in the legs. Pulmonary embolism is a condition in which a blood clot blocks the arteries in the lungs.

Dabistar 150mg Capsule contains Dabigatran etexilate mesylate, which is a new oral blood thinner. It works by blocking a substance (a protein known as thrombin) in the blood and prevents blood clot formation. Therefore, Dabistar 150mg Capsule preventing blood clot formation in the body.

Take Dabistar 150mg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Dabistar 150mg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience bleeding, stomach pain, nausea, and indigestion. Most of these side effects of Dabistar 150mg Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Dabistar 150mg Capsule or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Dabistar 150mg Capsule should not be taken in the conditions like bleeding disorder, or kidney disease. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Dabistar 150mg Capsule . Dabistar 150mg Capsule should not be used for children below 18 years of age. Dabistar 150mg Capsule has no known effects on the ability to drive and use machines. It is advisable for you to avoid alcohol consumption with Dabistar 150mg Capsule as it may increase the risk of bleeding.

Uses of Dabistar 150mg Capsule

Prevention of blood clot

Medicinal Benefits

Dabistar 150mg Capsule belongs to a class of drugs known as anticoagulants or blood thinners. Dabistar 150mg Capsule is primarily used to prevent stroke (blood clots in the brain). It is also used to prevent blood clots in the heart and prevent heart attacks. Besides this Dabistar 150mg Capsule is also used to prevent and treat deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in leg veins), and pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lung) by reducing blood clot formation. This Dabistar 150mg Capsule may also be used to prevent the formation of blood clots after hip replacement surgery. It works by blocking a substance (a protein known as thrombin) in the blood and prevents blood clot formation. Therefore, Dabistar 150mg Capsule prevents blood clot formation in the body.

Directions for Use

Take Dabistar 150mg Capsule with or without food as prescribed by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a full glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Dabistar 150mg Capsule

  • Bleeding
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Indigestion

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to Dabistar 150mg Capsule or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Dabistar 150mg Capsule should not be taken in the conditions like heart disease, bleeding problems, and kidney disease. Do not take Dabistar 150mg Capsule if you have reduced function of the liver, which might cause death. Inform your doctor if you have a serious injury (bone fracture, head injury). People who have any spinal surgery are more likely to have bleeding problems around the spine when already on this Dabistar 150mg Capsule . This bleeding infrequently occurs but can lead to not moving the body (paralysis) prolonged-term or paralysis that will not go away. Dabistar 150mg Capsule should not be taken if you are older than 75 years. Before taking Dabistar 150mg Capsule inform your doctor if you have a surgery in the past month. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Dabistar 150mg Capsule .  Dabistar 150mg Capsule should not be used for children below 18 years of age. Dabistar 150mg Capsule has no known effects on the ability to drive and use machines. It is advisable for you to avoid alcohol consumption with Dabistar 150mg Capsule as it may increase the risk of bleeding.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Dabistar 150mg Capsule may have interaction with other blood thinners (warfarin, phenprocoumon, heparin, acenocoumarol, clopidogrel, ticagrelor, prasugrel, acetylsalicylic acid, rivaroxaban). antifungal medicines (ketoconazole, itraconazole), medicines for heart disease (amiodarone, dronedarone, quinidine, verapamil), pain killers (acetylsalicylic acid, ibuprofen, diclofenac), antibiotics (rifampicin, clarithromycin), antiviral/HIV medicines (ritonavir), medicines for fit disorder/epilepsy (carbamazepine, phenytoin).

Drug-Food Interaction: Dabistar 150mg Capsule may interact with Dabistar 150mg Capsule may interact with cranberry juice, noni juice, grapefruit juice, pomegranate juice, and green tea. Avoid foods rich in vitamin K such as coriander, cabbage, spinach, broccoli, collard greens, kale (leaf cabbage), black liquorice, turnip greens, avocados, and brussels sprouts as they may affect the activity of Dabistar 150mg Capsule . Also, avoid alcohol intake as it may increase the risk of bleeding.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Dabistar 150mg Capsule should not be used in patients with a bleeding disorder, heart disease, and kidney disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • PHENPROCOUMON
  • HEPARIN
  • ACENOCOUMAROL
  • CLOPIDOGREL
  • TICAGRELOR
  • PRASUGREL
  • ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID
  • RIVAROXABAN
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • AMIODARONE
  • DRONEDARONE
  • QUINIDINE
  • VERAPAMIL
  • IBUPROFEN
  • DICLOFENAC
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • RITONAVIR
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PHENYTOIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid making any changes in your diet without first talking to your doctor.
  •  Opt for high vitamin K foods (liver, leafy green vegetables, or vegetable oils) as Dabistar 150mg Capsule may lower Vitamin K in your body.
  • Cranberry juice, grapefruit juice, noni juice, and pomegranate juice may interact with Dabistar 150mg Capsule and lead to unwanted side effects. Hence try to avoid these juices while taking Dabistar 150mg Capsule .
  • Avoid drinking alcohol as it increases the risk of gastrointestinal ulcer/bleeding.

Special Advise

  • Care should be taken to prevent any injury during shaving, playing any sports, or any risky activity, as Dabistar 150mg Capsule may increase the chance of bleeding.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Stroke (blood clots in the brain): It occurs when the supply of blood to part of your brain is stopped or reduced. Thereby it is preventing brain tissue from getting nutrients and oxygen. Brain cells start to die in minutes.

Deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in the legs): It is a medical condition in which blood clots form in deep veins, usually in the legs. The symptoms include leg pain or swelling. 

Pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lung): It is a chronic condition that occurs as the blood clots break and travel to the lungs from deep veins in the legs or other parts of the body. The symptoms of pulmonary embolism include cough, chest pain, and shortness of breath.

Heart attack: A heart attack means the death of heart tissue due to a shortage of blood supply to the heart muscles. This can occur when there is an accumulation of cholesterol or fat narrowing the heart's major veins or when other substances like a blood clots are blocking the flow of blood. This can destroy or damage a part of the muscle of the heart permanently.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption with Dabistar 150mg Capsule as it may increase the risk of bleeding.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Dabistar 150mg Capsule is a Category C pregnancy drug as the effect of Dabistar 150mg Capsule is unknown on the mother and the unborn baby. Avoid the use of Dabistar 150mg Capsule if you are pregnant and inform your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Dabistar 150mg Capsule should not be used while taking Dabistar 150mg Capsule . Inform your doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Dabistar 150mg Capsule usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Dabistar 150mg Capsule with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. Dabistar 150mg Capsule may increase the chances of mild liver injury. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Dabistar 150mg Capsule with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions, as this Dabistar 150mg Capsule may cause side effects. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Unsafe

Dabistar 150mg Capsule should not be used for children below 18 years as it is not approved for children.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Lupin Ltd, 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India Country of Origin: India
Other Info - DAB0385

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FAQs

Dabistar 150mg Capsule is used to prevent blood clots. It is used to prevent and treat deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in leg veins), and pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lung).
People experiencing any uncommon bleeding or people allergic to Dabistar 150mg Capsule should not take Dabistar 150mg Capsule . People with artificial heart valves should also prevent Dabistar 150mg Capsule . Dabistar 150mg Capsule should not take those patients who have bleeding problems and heart disease. The use of this Dabistar 150mg Capsule is not suggested in patients with serious kidney disease.
As compared to other blood thinner medicines, Dabistar 150mg Capsule does not normally cause hair loss. Though, there do exist some unusual reports of hair loss related to Dabistar 150mg Capsule . Inform your doctor if you observe hair loss while taking Dabistar 150mg Capsule .
Yes, Dabistar 150mg Capsule increases the risk of bleeding. Always be cautious while doing activities that may lead to an injury or bleeding. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any abnormal staining or bleeding.
Dabistar 150mg Capsule works by blocking a substance (a protein known as thrombin) in the blood and preventing blood clot formation. Therefore, Dabistar 150mg Capsule preventing blood clot formation in the body.
Unlike other blood thinners, Dabistar 150mg Capsule generally does not affect the functioning of the liver. But long-term use of Dabistar 150mg Capsule may raise the chances of mild liver injury in patients with a high level of liver enzymes. However, the complete chances of developing any such problem are lesser than other blood thinners. It is advisable to you that before starting this Dabistar 150mg Capsule inform your doctor if you have a history of liver disease.
Dabistar 150mg Capsule may increase the risk of bleeding during surgery. Therefore, the doctor might ask you to stop taking Dabistar 150mg Capsule a few days before surgery.
You can take Dabistar 150mg Capsule with or without food but try to take it at the same time every day. Dabistar 150mg Capsule should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.
Dabistar 150mg Capsule should be taken as advised by the doctor. To help you remember to take Dabistar 150mg Capsule , take it at around the same time daily.
You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption with Dabistar 150mg Capsule as it may increase the risk of bleeding.
Though Dabistar 150mg Capsule starts working within a few hours of taking the medicine, you may not feel any better. Keep taking Dabistar 150mg Capsule for the prescribed duration to treat your condition effectively.
Store Dabistar 150mg Capsule at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep out of sight and reach of children.
Dabistar 150mg Capsule may cause side effects like bleeding, stomach pain, nausea, and indigestion. Most of these side effects of Dabistar 150mg Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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