Brilinta

Drug Name:

Ticagrelor 90mg Tablets

Category:

International Brand: Brilinta/Brilique/Possia

Brilinta/Brilique/Possia

Details

Purpose

Ticagrelor 90mg tablets are used for the treatment of

  • reduction of formation of harmful blood clots in blood vessels.
  • Prevention of heart attack or strokes
  • Prevention of heart-related problems.

The medication comes under the international brand name of Brilique and Possia and has an Indian brand name of Brilinta.

 

How does it work?

Ticagrelor 90mg tablets come under the category of antiplatelets and blood thinners. Brillique medication works by sticking to the platelets themselves, hence decreasing the harmful formation of blood clots in blood vessels.  It  decreases the chances of heart attacks and strokes.

 

Measures and precautions

  1. Ticagrelor 90mg tablets are prescribed by the doctor for the treatment of heart problems and the prevention of strokes.
  2. Possia tablets can be consumed alone or with any medications. The directives of the doctor should be followed for the usage of these tablets.
  3. Brilinta tablets can be intake with or without food. It is food-independent.
  4. The doses should be taken by the host at regular intervals of the time as instructed by the concerned doctor.
  5. Do not suddenly stop the usage of Brilintatablets, as they can cause severe withdrawal syndrome.
  6. Do not stop the Brilinta tablets even you are feeling well. This would increase the chances of strokes again.
  7. Avoid the consumption of the tablets when you are bleeding from anywhere in the body. it is not recommended in that case.
  8. Do not chew or crush the tablet to intake it. Swallow it whole for consumption.
  9. Avoid the usage of alcohol when taking these Ticagrelor 90mg Tablets. They are not good for that case.
  10. Pregnant women and breastfeeding women should take extra care for the usage of these pills.
  11. Briliquetablets are not habit-forming, hence they are safe to consume.
  12. If the shortness of breath prolongs in the host body, it should be immediately reported to the doctor.
  13. If any patient is planning to have surgery in the future, he or she should avoid the usage of the pills. As they are not good for them.
  14. Do not try to overdose on the pills as they are extremely harmful.

 

Side-effects

  • Breathlessness
  • Tiredness
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Bleeding

 

Interactions

Some interaction reactions are observed with the medicine such as theophylline. The drug interaction can be seen in the host body.

 

Storage

Keep the medicines in a cool place under a normal temperature. do not expose the pills to direct sunlight.