What are side effects of Effient?
Side effects of Effient include:
- an increased tendency for bleeding,
- headache,
- dizziness,
- back pain,
- minor chest pain,
- tired feeling,
- fatigue,
- nausea,
Is Effient better than Plavix?
A previous trial of more than 13,000 ACS patients who were about to receive stents found that Effient was about 20 percent more effective than Plavix in preventing death, heart attacks and stroke. However, Effient also resulted in more cases of fatal bleeding.
What is the difference between eliquis and Effient?
Effient and Eliquis belong to different drug classes. Effient is an antiplatelet drug and Eliquis is an anticoagulant (blood thinner). Side effects of Effient and Eliquis that are similar include increased tendency for bleeding, nausea, and skin rash.
How long can you take Effient?
After getting a stent in the heart, most people need to take Effient (prasugrel) for at least 12 months. Depending on your other medical problems, you may need to take Effient (prasugrel) for a shorter or longer period of time.
How long do you take Effient after stent?
It has been common practice for patients who have had a stent placed to clear a blocked artery to take an anti-clotting drug (such as Plavix, Effient, or Brilinta) plus aspirin for 12 months after the procedure. Taking these two medications, called dual anti-platelet therapy, reduces the risk of forming blood clots.
How long should you take Effient?
How long do you need to be on Effient (prasugrel) after a stent? After getting a stent in the heart, most people need to take Effient (prasugrel) for at least 12 months.
Can you drink alcohol while taking Effient?
You should be careful about drinking alcohol while taking Effient (prasugrel) or other blood thinners. Too much alcohol can raise your risk of stomach bleeding. If you are intoxicated, you can fall, hit your head, and have bleeding in the brain.
What time of day should I take Effient?
It is usually taken once a day with or without food. Take prasugrel at around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take prasugrel exactly as directed.
What to avoid if you have a stent?
In most cases, you’ll be advised to avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activities for about a week, or until the wound has healed.
- Driving. You shouldn’t drive a car for a week after having a coronary angioplasty.
- Work.
- Sex.