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Nowadays heart diseases are increasing rapidly. To avoid heart attack and stroke, doctors often prescribe patients’ blood thinning medicines. One of these drugs is Clopidogrel. The recently published in the Lancet Medical Journal and the report presented at the European Society of Cardiology conference has revealed that Clopidogrell drug can prove to be more effective than aspirin. After such research, some people start eating such medicines, but should they take them without the advice of the doctor? Will learn about this from experts.
Taking a clopidogrel reduces the risk of heart attack, stroke or cardiovascular death by about 14%, this drug prevents platelets from sticking to themselves, which reduces the chances of clicking clots in the arteries. This medicine is being considered even more effective for the patients who have stent.
Why is it dangerous without doctor’s advice?
Dr. Varun Bansal in Cardiology Department at Apollo Hospital in Delhi It is said that heart disease is increasing in today’s time. There is also fear among people, there is a possibility that some people can eat medicines by themselves to dilute blood. If a medicine has better results, then the chances of taking it increases. It is also seen that people go to the medical store and buy medicine and start eating without the advice of the doctor. This can cause damage.
Dr. Varun says that the body of a person works in different ways. People benefit from Clopidogrel, but, if this drug is taken without needs or in the wrong dose, the risk of more bleeding in the body may increase. Nerves, gums can start bleeding. Apart from this, there can be problems like ulcers in the stomach or bleeding in the intestines. Some patients may also have problems like dizziness or allergy with headache.
Not necessary for every patient
Which patient will decide when to take Clopidogrel. That is why Clopidogrel should be given only after examining the patient and knowing the right medical history. If you eat this medicine by yourself without asking a doctor, then there can be loss instead of benefits.
When to contact a doctor immediately
If you are taking a clopidogrel and experiencing these symptoms, then see a doctor immediately-
- Suddenly blue or black spots on the body.
- Frequent hemorrhage.
- Blood vomiting or blood cough.
- Headache, weakness or dizziness.
Disclaimer: Clopidogrel is an effective medicine to protect against heart diseases, but it is not for everyone. It should be taken only after doctor’s advice and regular checkup. Taking medicine on your own can be dangerous.