CompositionClavix Gold 20 Capsule is used to help prevent heart attacks, strokes and other problems caused by blood clots in people with heart and circulation disease. It is generally used for long-term protection in those at high risk, and it contains aspirin and clopidogrel, which reduce the formation of blood clots, together with atorvastatin, which lowers cholesterol.
Aspirin and clopidogrel both work by preventing platelets in the blood from sticking together to form clots, reducing the risk of a heart attack or stroke, while atorvastatin blocks an enzyme in the liver needed to make cholesterol, lowering harmful LDL cholesterol and helping protect blood vessels from further damage.
Swallow the capsule whole as your doctor prescribes, and take it at the same time each day, alongside a heart-healthy lifestyle, including a diet low in saturated fat and salt, regular physical activity, keeping to a healthy weight, and quitting smoking, which all help protect your heart and blood vessels.
Do not stop taking this medicine without medical advice, as this can increase the risk of a blood clot; if a dose needs to be missed for surgery or dental work, this must be planned with your doctor rather than decided on your own. Tell your doctor if you have a history of bleeding problems, stomach ulcers, or liver disease. Report any unusual bleeding or bruising, black stools, or unexplained muscle pain, and note that this medicine is not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
