CompositionPlavas 150/75 Mg Tablet 10 is used to prevent blood clots in adults who have had, or are at high risk of, a heart attack, unstable angina or stroke, or who have had a coronary stent. It is a combination medicine containing clopidogrel 75mg and aspirin 150mg, both of which belong to a class of medicines called antiplatelets.
Together, these medicines stop blood cells called platelets from clumping, helping to keep arteries and stents open. Take it once a day with or after food, as prescribed, and keep taking it even when you feel well. Do not stop it without speaking to your heart specialist, as stopping suddenly, especially soon after a stent, can cause a clot.
Not smoking, eating a heart-healthy diet, staying active as advised, and controlling blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar help protect your heart. Take care with sharp objects, as you may bleed more easily.
Before starting, tell your doctor if you have a stomach ulcer or bleeding, a bleeding disorder, asthma triggered by aspirin, gout, or liver or kidney disease, and about other medicines you take, especially blood thinners, painkillers and omeprazole or esomeprazole. It is not for children under 16. Tell any doctor or dentist that you take it before surgery or dental work. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Seek urgent medical help for bleeding that will not stop, black or tarry stools, vomiting of blood, blood in the urine, a severe headache, sudden weakness or confusion, or a fall or head injury. Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor advises you to do so.
