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BRILINTA Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing
What is BRILINTA?
BRILINTA is the brand name for ticagrelor and is available as an oral tablet.
What dosages is BRILINTA available in?
BRILINTA is available as a 60 mg and 90 mg oral tablet.
What is BRILINTA used for?
BRILINTA is an antiplatelet that is used for heart attack and stroke prevention.
How does BRILINTA work?
BRILINTA is an antiplatelet medication. When you bleed, blood cells called platelets help form clots to help stop the bleeding. However, clots can be dangerous if they form in your blood vessels since they can block blood flow, which can lead to a heart attack or stroke. By preventing your platelets from sticking together and forming dangerous blood clots, it lowers your risk of heart attack or stroke.
How do I take BRILINTA?
BRILINTA is typically dosed as follows:
- To reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in people who’ve had a previous heart attack: The typical dose of Brilinta (ticagrelor) is a one-time dose of 180 mg by mouth on day 1, then 90 mg by mouth twice daily for the first year. After the first year, take 60 mg by mouth twice daily
- To reduce the risk of first-time heart attack or stroke in high-risk people with coronary artery disease (CAD): The typical dose is 60 mg by mouth twice daily
- To reduce the risk of stroke in people with a history of stroke: The typical dose is a one-time dose of 180 mg by mouth on day 1, then 90 mg by mouth twice daily for up to 30 days
Is it safe for me to take BRILINTA?
BRILINTA is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication in the following:
- History of intracranial hemorrhage Active pathological bleeding
- Hypersensitivity to ticagrelor or any component of the product
BRILINTA Common Side Effects
Common side effects of BRILINTA:
- Shortness of breath
- Bleeding
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Slow heart rate
BRILINTA Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with BRILINTA. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Severe bleeding that doesn’t stop
- Pink, red, or brown urine (these could be signs of bleeding)
- Vomiting or coughing up blood
- Swelling of the mouth, tongue, and throat
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on BRILINTA
The following medications may interact with BRILINTA:
- Avoid use with strong CYP3A inhibitors or CYP3A inducers
- Patients receiving more than 40 mg per day of simvastatin or lovastatin may be at increased risk of statin-related adverse effects
- Monitor digoxin levels with initiation of or any change in BRILINTA
Who makes BRILINTA?
AstraZeneca
Is BRILINTA safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if BRILINTA will harm your unborn baby. You and your doctor should decide if you will take BRILINTA.
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The information provided here about medications is subject to change and is not meant to include all uses, precautions, warnings, directions, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or negative effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a particular medication does not imply that the medication or medication combination is appropriate for all patients or for all possible purposes.
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