Ticard 90mg Tablet contains ticagrelor 90mg and is manufactured by Atco Laboratories. It belongs to the antiplatelet class of medicines and helps prevent platelets from sticking together and forming harmful blood clots.

Ticard may be prescribed as part of treatment for acute coronary syndrome (ACS), including certain heart attacks and unstable angina. Ticagrelor is commonly used with low-dose aspirin when prescribed by a cardiologist to reduce the risk of further cardiovascular events.

Uses

• Helps prevent harmful blood clots
• Used in certain patients with acute coronary syndrome
• Helps reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke
• May be prescribed after certain coronary procedures such as PCI
• Supports prevention of further cardiovascular events in appropriate patients

Benefits

• Helps prevent platelet aggregation
• Reduces the formation of potentially dangerous blood clots
• Helps lower the risk of recurrent cardiovascular events
• Provides antiplatelet protection after certain heart-related events
• Convenient oral tablet formulation

Dosage

• Take Ticard 90mg exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• For acute coronary syndrome, ticagrelor is commonly started with a 180mg loading dose, followed by 90mg twice daily, according to the prescribed treatment plan.
• It can generally be taken with or without food.
• Swallow the tablet whole with water.
• Ticagrelor is commonly prescribed together with low-dose aspirin unless your doctor advises otherwise.
• Take doses at approximately the same times each day.
• Do not stop Ticard suddenly without consulting your doctor, as stopping antiplatelet treatment prematurely can increase cardiovascular risk.

Possible Side Effects

Some people may experience:

• Shortness of breath
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Easy bruising
• Nosebleeds
• Increased bleeding

Seek urgent medical attention for severe or uncontrolled bleeding, vomiting blood, black or bloody stools, sudden severe headache, fainting, or difficulty breathing.

Precautions

• Inform your doctor if you have a history of bleeding, stomach ulcer, intracranial bleeding, liver disease, slow heart rate, or heart rhythm problems.
• Tell your doctor about all medicines you take, especially anticoagulants, other antiplatelet medicines, and medicines that may increase bleeding risk.
• Avoid unnecessary medicines such as certain NSAID painkillers unless your doctor approves them.
• Tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking ticagrelor before surgery or dental procedures.
• Do not stop treatment without medical advice, particularly after a heart attack or coronary intervention.
• Seek immediate medical attention for unusual or heavy bleeding.
• Ticagrelor can cause shortness of breath in some patients; report persistent or severe breathing difficulty to your doctor.

FAQs

Q1: What is Ticard 90mg Tablet used for?

Ticard contains ticagrelor and is used to help prevent blood clots and reduce the risk of further cardiovascular events in certain patients, particularly those with acute coronary syndrome.

Q2: How does Ticard 90mg work?

Ticagrelor blocks the P2Y12 receptor on platelets, reducing platelet activation and aggregation and therefore helping prevent harmful blood clots.

Q3: How often is Ticard 90mg taken?

For many acute coronary syndrome treatment regimens, the maintenance dose is 90mg twice daily after an initial loading dose. Follow your cardiologist's exact instructions.

Q4: Can Ticard cause bleeding?

Yes. Because ticagrelor reduces platelet clotting, bruising and bleeding can occur. Seek urgent medical attention for severe or uncontrolled bleeding.

Q5: Can Ticard cause shortness of breath?

Yes. Shortness of breath is a recognized side effect of ticagrelor. Inform your doctor if it is persistent, severe, or worsening.

Q6: Can Ticard 90mg be stopped suddenly?

Do not stop ticagrelor without medical advice. Premature discontinuation can increase the risk of serious cardiovascular events, particularly after acute coronary syndrome or coronary stent placement.