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Cargrel is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Heart Attack. The alternative uses of Cargrel have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Cargrel depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Cargrel also has some side effects, the most common being Chest Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cargrel as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cargrel go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Cargrel's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. In addition, Cargrel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cargrel related warnings section.
Cargrel is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Bleeding, Peptic Ulcer as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cargrel contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Cargrel have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cargrel, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Cargrel is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Cargrel safe for pregnant women?
Cargrel can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Cargrel right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Cargrel safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Cargrel for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Cargrel on the Kidneys?
Cargrel has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cargrel on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Cargrel. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Cargrel on the Heart?
Cargrel has very mild side effects on the heart.
Cargrel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cargrel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cargrel habit forming or addictive?
Cargrel is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cargrel will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cargrel only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cargrel for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cargrel
When consumed with certain foods, Cargrel may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cargrel
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cargrel and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Plavix (clopidogrel bisulfate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 630-631
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 335-336