Brand Name: |
Pidogrel |
Generic Name: |
Clopidogrel |
DESCRIPTION:
Pidogrel-AP is a fixed-dose combination containing clopidogrel and aspirin.
COMPOSITION:
Pidogrel-AP 75: each tablet contains Clopidogrel (as Clopidogrel Bisulphate U.S.P.) 75 mg and Aspirin U.S.P. 75 mg. Pidogrel-AP 150: each tablet contains Clopidogrel (as Clopidogrel Bisulphate U.S.P.) 75 mg and Aspirin U.S.P. 150 mg.
INDICATIONS:
Pidogrel-AP is indicated for the prevention of ischemic events, myocardial infarction, stroke and cardiovascular death in patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS).
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION:
The recommended dose is one tablet once daily depending on the strength of aspirin required.
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Hypersensitivity to clopidogrel, Hypersensitivity to aspirin and or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, recent history of gastrointestinal bleeding, Active pathological bleeding such as peptic ulcer or intracranial hemorrhage, or bleeding disorders like hemophilia.
PRESENTATION:
Pidogrel-AP 75, Pidogrel-AP 150: Alu-Alu blister pack of 10 tablets each.