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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 11, 2024 | 2:35 PM IST

Euroclop-75 Tablet is used for the prevention of heart attack or stroke in people at high risk of heart disease. It contains Clopidogrel, which helps in preventing the formation of harmful blood clots (plaque) in your veins. It makes your blood flow easily through your veins, making it less likely to form a serious blood clot. So, it helps prevent blood clots if you have an increased risk of having severe chest pain (unstable angina or heart attack), stroke, or peripheral arterial disease (heart problem due to narrowed blood vessels). In some cases, you may experience side effects such as nosebleeds, heavier periods, bleeding gums, easy bruising, diarrhoea, stomach pain, indigestion, or heartburn. 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 :

CLOPIDOGREL-75MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Euro Biogenics

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Euroclop-75 Tablet

Euroclop-75 Tablet is used for the prevention of heart attack or stroke in people at high risk of heart disease. A heart attack generally refers to the blocked flow of blood to the heart because of the blockage of arteries. A heart blockage is most often a build-up of fat, cholesterol and other substances, which form a plaque in the arteries that feed the heart (coronary arteries).

Euroclop-75 Tablet belongs to a class of medications called a blood thinner or an antiplatelet medication. Euroclop-75 Tablet plays a vital role in preventing the formation of harmful blood clots (plaque) in your veins. It makes your blood flow easily through your veins, making it less likely to form a serious blood clot. So, an intake of Euroclop-75 Tablet helps prevent blood clots if you have an increased risk of having severe chest pain (unstable angina or heart attack), stroke, or peripheral arterial disease (heart problem due to narrowed blood vessels).

The recommended daily dose of Euroclop-75 Tablet is 75 mg once daily orally, with or without food. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite or break it. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience nosebleeds, heavier periods, bleeding gums, easy bruising, diarrhoea, stomach pain, indigestion, or heartburn. If the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own. Stopping a sudden intake of Euroclop-75 Tablet may worsen your condition and increase your risk of cardiovascular death, heart attack, and stroke. Let your doctor know if you have any liver, kidney, or heart problems. Euroclop-75 Tablet should be taken cautiously in pregnant or breastfeeding women. It should be not given to people with a bleeding disorder (haemophilia), active pathological bleeding, like a peptic ulcer, or bleeding in the brain (intracranial haemorrhage). Do not take Euroclop-75 Tablet with aspirin or ibuprofen for pain relief while you are using Euroclop-75 Tablet . It may increase the chance of having stomach ulcers or severe gastric bleeding.

Uses of Euroclop-75 Tablet

Prevention of heart attack, Prevention of stroke, Prevention of heart-related chest pain (angina).

Medicinal Benefits

Euroclop-75 Tablet plays a vital role in preventing the formation of harmful blood clots in your blood vessels by making platelets (clotting agents) stick together. Thus, it helps to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, unstable angina (heart-related chest pain), and peripheral arterial disease (blocked or poor blood flow due to narrowed blood vessels) in heart disease patients and patients who have undergone recent heart surgery with a stent.

Side Effects of Euroclop-75 Tablet

  • Nosebleeds
  • Heavier periods
  • Bleeding gums
  • Easy bruising
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Indigestion  or heartburn

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Indigestion medicines known as proton pump inhibitors like omeprazole should be used with caution while taking Euroclop-75 Tablet . Prolonged use of Euroclop-75 Tablet can cause bleeding problems (like nosebleeds, heavier periods, bleeding gums, and easy bruising). If you are going to have any surgery, discontinue taking Euroclop-75 Tablet 5 days before the surgery. Discontinuation of Euroclop-75 Tablet might increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other risks of cardiovascular events. So, do not stop taking Euroclop-75 Tablet suddenly. If you have had a recent stroke or heart attack, stop the intake of Euroclop-75 Tablet with painkillers like aspirin or ibuprofen, as it can increase your stomach or gastrointestinal bleeding. Purpura (blood leakage under the skin) has been observed with the use of Euroclop-75 Tablet , including in fatal cases.

Therapeutic Class

ANTICOAGULANTS / ANTITHROMBOTICS. ANTICONVULSANTS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ClopidogrelMifepristone
Critical
ClopidogrelSelexipag
Critical

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • A low cholesterol diet and a regular exercise regime complement treatment with Euroclop-75 Tablet effectively.
  • Stick to a freshly prepared home-cooked meal and avoid processed, packed foods that contain hidden sugar and extra calories.
  • Replacing most of your saturated fats with unsaturated fats can reduce total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) quickly.
  • Foods like avocados, olive oil, fatty fish and nuts contain many heart-healthy unsaturated fats, so eating them regularly is beneficial.
  • Include a diet enriched in fats like fish oils, polyunsaturated oils, and omega-3 fatty acids, which are good for heart health.
  • Quit smoking and avoid excessive intake of alcohol.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Euroclop-75 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Euroclop-75 Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include unusual bleeding or bruising. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Tolia House, Jintan Road, Surendranagar 363001 Gujarat India
Other Info - EUR0164

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