It works by preventing the platelets to aggregate and also reduces the inflammation.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for ASCARD 75mg Tablet 3x10s

Abdominal pain severe

Heartburn severe

Constipation severe

Yellow colored eyes or skin severe

Skin rash severe

Irregular heartbeat severe

Acid or sour stomach

Drowsiness

Irritability

Uses of ASCARD 75mg Tablet 3x10s
What is it prescribed for?

Pain and fever
ASCARD 75mg Tablet 3x10s is used to relieve mild to moderate pain and reduces fever.

Arthritis
ASCARD 75mg Tablet 3x10s is used to treat symptoms like swelling, pain, and stiffness of joints in Arthritis conditions.

Rheumatic fever
ASCARD 75mg Tablet 3x10s is used in the treatment of rheumatic fever by reducing inflammation.

Acute Coronary Syndrome
ASCARD 75mg Tablet 3x10s is used in the treatment of acute coronary syndrome which is a condition that blocks the blood flow to the heart muscles.

Kawasaki Disease
ASCARD 75mg Tablet 3x10s is used in the treatment of Kawasaki disease which is a condition characterized by inflammation of blood vessels.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed in 5 to 30 minutes after an oral dose.

Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4 to 6 hours.

Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.

Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.

When not to use?

Allergy
Not recommended in patients with known allergy to ASCARD 75mg Tablet 3x10s

Bleeding disorder
Not recommended in patients with the history of peptic ulcer disease or any bleeding disorder.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.

General Warnings

Reye’s syndrome
ASCARD 75mg Tablet 3x10s is not recommended in children with varicella infections or influenza-like illnesses due to the risk of Reye’s syndrome.

Gastrointestinal disease.
ASCARD 75mg Tablet 3x10s may increase the risk of bleeding, therefore not recommended in patients with peptic ulcer disease or any gastrointestinal bleeding.

Effect on the heart
High doses of ASCARD 75mg Tablet 3x10s may cause sodium and water retention and increases the risk of heart failure. Therefore not recommended in patients with heart failure.

Asthma
ASCARD 75mg Tablet 3x10s is not recommended in patients with the known history of ASCARD 75mg Tablet 3x10s -sensitive asthma.

Dosage

Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it’s already time for your next scheduled dose.

Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

Interactions
Interaction with Medicines

Methotrexate severe

Captopril moderate

Diclofenac moderate

Antacids moderate

Disease interactions

severe
This medicine may increase the risk of bleeding, therefore should be used with caution in patients with the bleeding disorder. Inform the doctor if you have any gastrointestinal diseases or an injury. Close monitoring of platelets count is necessary.

Lab interactions

General Instructions

Take ASCARD 75mg Tablet 3x10s as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. It is advised to take this medicine at the same time every day. Do not take this medicine if you have any bleeding disorder or ASCARD 75mg Tablet 3x10s sensitive asthma. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects

Other details

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

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