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Last Updated Jan 1, 2025 | 2:49 PM IST
Debijohn-150Mg Capsule is used to prevent the risk of stroke and heart attack in patients with atrial fibrillation (irregular heart rhythm), reducing blood clot formation. Besides this, it is also used to prevent deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in leg veins) and pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lung) and reduces the risk of getting clots in people who have undergone knee or hip replacement surgeries. It contains Dabigatran, which works by inhibiting the production of clotting factors and prevents blood clot formation. It makes your blood flow easily through your veins, making it less likely to form a serious blood clot. It may cause side effects such as bleeding, anaemia (low number of red blood cells), nausea, stomach pain, and indigestion. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

DABIGATRAN-150MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Johnlee Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Debijohn-150Mg Capsule

Debijohn-150Mg Capsule belongs to a class of drugs known as anticoagulants or blood thinners used to prevent the risk of stroke and heart attack in patients with atrial fibrillation (irregular heart rhythm), reducing blood clot formation. Besides this, it is also used to prevent deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in leg veins) and pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lung) and reduces the risk of getting clots in people who have undergone knee or hip replacement surgeries.

Debijohn-150Mg Capsule contains ‘Dabigatran’, which works by inhibiting the production of clotting factors Xa called thrombin. This prevents the conversion of fibrinogen (soluble protein) to fibrin (insoluble protein), thereby preventing blood clot formation. It makes your blood flow easily through your veins, making it less likely to form a serious blood clot. So, an intake of Debijohn-150Mg Capsule helps prevent blood clots if you have an increased risk of having a heart attack, or stroke.

Take Debijohn-150Mg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Debijohn-150Mg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience bleeding, anaemia (low number of red blood cells), and nausea, stomach pain, indigestion. Most of these side effects of Debijohn-150Mg Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Debijohn-150Mg Capsule or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Debijohn-150Mg Capsule . If you have a stomach ulcer, kidney or liver problems, high blood pressure, or bleeding problems, inform your doctor before taking Debijohn-150Mg Capsule . Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own. Stopping a sudden intake of Debijohn-150Mg Capsule may worsen your condition and increase your risk of cardiovascular death, heart attack, and stroke.

Uses of Debijohn-150Mg Capsule

Prevention of stroke, Prevention of heart attack.

Medicinal Benefits

Debijohn-150Mg Capsule belongs to a class of drugs known as anticoagulants or blood thinner. It prevents clot formation in the deep vein thrombosis (veins of the legs), pulmonary embolism (lungs), stroke (brain), and heart in patients with atrial fibrillation (irregular heart rhythm). Debijohn-150Mg Capsule is primarily used to prevent and treat the risk of stroke and heart attack by reducing blood clot formation. Besides this, it also reduces the risk of getting clots in people who have undergone knee or hip replacement surgeries. Debijohn-150Mg Capsule works by stopping the action of clotting factor (thrombin). This prevents the conversion of fibrinogen (soluble protein) to fibrin (insoluble protein), thereby preventing blood clots formation.

Side Effects of Debijohn-150Mg Capsule

  • Stomach pain
  • Indigestion
  • Bleeding
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea

Directions for Use

Swallow Debijohn-150Mg Capsule as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to Debijohn-150Mg Capsule or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Debijohn-150Mg Capsule . Safety and effectiveness of Debijohn-150Mg Capsule have not been established, so its use should be avoided in pediatric patients or children less than 18 years of age. If you have a stomach ulcer, kidney or liver problems, high blood pressure, or bleeding problems, inform your doctor before taking Debijohn-150Mg Capsule . Try not to stop taking Debijohn-150Mg Capsule of your own. Stopping a sudden intake of Debijohn-150Mg Capsule may worsen your condition and increase your risk of cardiovascular death, heart attack, and stroke. Hence, you should consult a doctor before stopping the dose of Debijohn-150Mg Capsule . You should inform the doctor that you are taking Debijohn-150Mg Capsule before any surgery is scheduled. Debijohn-150Mg Capsule can cause a serious blood clot around your spinal cord if you undergo a spinal tap or receive spinal anesthesia (epidural). Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Debijohn-150Mg Capsule as it may increase the risk of stomach bleeding.

Therapeutic Class

ANTICOAGULANT/ANTITHROMBOTIC

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Dabigatran etexilateMifepristone
Critical
Dabigatran etexilateTipranavir
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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DABIGATRAN-150MGHerbal products/medicines

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take the medication as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. Do not use other over the counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take Debijohn-150Mg Capsule .

  • Keep your cholesterol and triglyceride levels under control.

  • Eat at regular intervals, and maintain a healthy diet that includes fresh fruits, vegetables.

  • Limit alcohol intake since it raises blood pressure and increases the risk of heart diseases.

  • Keep a check on your weight and exercise regularly to keep your heart healthy.

  • Your doctor also guides you on how to notice and manage the early symptoms of detecting heart diseases. 

Habit Forming

No

How Debijohn-150Mg Capsule Works

Debijohn-150Mg Capsule contains ‘Dabigatran’, which works by inhibiting the production of clotting factors Xa called thrombin. This prevents the conversion of fibrinogen (soluble protein) to fibrin (insoluble protein), thereby preventing blood clot formation. It makes your blood flow easily through your veins, making it less likely to form a serious blood clot. So, an intake of Debijohn-150Mg Capsule helps prevent blood clots if you have an increased risk of having a heart attack, or stroke.

What if I have taken an overdose of Debijohn-150Mg Capsule

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Debijohn-150Mg Capsule as it may cause overdose leading to excessive bleeding. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Debijohn-150Mg Capsule as it may increase the risk of bleeding.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Debijohn-150Mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy since it affects the foetus. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Debijohn-150Mg Capsule .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is limited data on how Debijohn-150Mg Capsule affects breastfeeding. However, it is unsafe to use Debijohn-150Mg Capsule if you are lactating, since it passes through the breast milk and harm the baby. Please consult your doctor before starting Debijohn-150Mg Capsule .

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Driving

Caution

Debijohn-150Mg Capsule usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Debijohn-150Mg Capsule . However, it is not recommended in patients with severe liver diseases.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Debijohn-150Mg Capsule . However, it is not recommended in patients with severe kidney diseases.

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Children

Caution

Debijohn-150Mg Capsule is not recommended for children below the age of 18 years. The safety and efficacy of Debijohn-150Mg Capsule have not been established in children.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

42/44, Babu Genu Road, Shop No. 06, 2nd Floor, Om Shanti Co-op Housing Society, Kalbadevi Road, Mumbai-400002. (India)
Other Info - DEB0041

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FAQs

Debijohn-150Mg Capsule belongs to a class of drugs known as anticoagulants or blood thinners used to prevent the risk of stroke and heart attack in patients with atrial fibrillation (irregular heart rhythm), reducing blood clot formation.
Please consult your doctor if Debijohn-150Mg Capsule needs to be discontinued before undergoing surgery. The doctor might ask you to stop taking Debijohn-150Mg Capsule a few days before surgery since it can cause an increased risk of bleeding during surgery. It also causes a serious blood clot around your spinal cord if you undergo a spinal tap or receive spinal anaesthesia (epidural). This type of blood clot could cause long-term paralysis.
Debijohn-150Mg Capsule is generally safe to take for a long time. It works best if you take it for many months or even years. It is advisable, please consult your doctor and take Debijohn-150Mg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.
Taking Debijohn-150Mg Capsule during pregnancy may cause bleeding in the mother or the newborn baby. However, please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Debijohn-150Mg Capsule .
Debijohn-150Mg Capsule consists of Dabigatran is a blood-thinning agent and can increase the risk of bleeding. It is advised to be cautious during your daily activities like shaving, cutting fingernails, or using sharp objects. Also, please consult your doctor beforehand if you undergo any surgery.
No, you are not recommended to stop taking Debijohn-150Mg Capsule without consulting your doctor to worsen the condition. Therefore, take Debijohn-150Mg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.
Because of the risk of bleeding, your dose of dabigatran may need to be lowered or stopped a few days before you have an operation.
You can take Debijohn-150Mg Capsule with or without food but try to take it at the same time every day. Swallow the capsules whole with a drink of water. Do not open dabigatran capsules before taking them, as this increases the risk of side effects.
Take Debijohn-150Mg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on your medical conditions, you are advised to take Debijohn-150Mg Capsule as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you.
You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Debijohn-150Mg Capsule as it may increase the risk of bleeding.
Hair loss is not a known side effect of Debijohn-150Mg Capsule . However, it is known to occur with anticoagulants. Consult your doctor if you observe hair loss. Your doctor guide you on how to cope with this situation.
It varies from person to person and depends on the conditions that we treat.
Limited research available. Let your doctor know if you have/had liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Debijohn-150Mg Capsule . However, it is not recommended in patients with severe liver diseases.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep Debijohn-150Mg Capsule out of the sight and reach of children.
Yes, bleeding is the main risk associated with Debijohn-150Mg Capsule treatment; patients should be monitored for signs of bleeding.
Debijohn-150Mg Capsule is not suitable for some people with existing medical conditions. So, to ensure safety, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions and medications. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Debijohn-150Mg Capsule .
Common side effects of Debijohn-150Mg Capsule may include bleeding, anaemia, nausea, stomach pain, and vomiting.

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