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Indications

Effient is a medication that contains the active ingredient prasugrel. It belongs to a class of drugs known as antiplatelet agents and is used to prevent blood clots in people who have had a recent heart attack or a certain type of heart procedure.

Effient works by preventing platelets in the blood from sticking together and forming clots that could block blood flow to the heart or other organs.

Use and Dosage

Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once a day. Your doctor may direct you to take this medication with low-dose aspirin (usually 81-162 milligrams a day). Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.

The manufacturer directs not to split the tablet before taking it. However, many similar drugs (immediate-release tablets) can be split. Follow your doctor’s directions on how to take this medication.

The dosage is based on your medical condition, weight, and response to treatment.

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Effient: hives; dizziness, chest pain, difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Prasugrel increases your risk of bleeding, which can be severe or life-threatening.

Call your doctor at once if you have:

• A light-headed feeling, like you might pass out
• Any bleeding that will not stop
• Pink or brown urine
• Signs of a serious blood-clotting problem – pale skin, purple spots under your skin or on your mouth, fever, fast heart rate, weakness, stomach pain, trouble breathing, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes)
• Signs of stomach bleeding
  • Bloody or tarry stools
  • Coughing up blood
  • Vomit that looks like coffee grounds
• Signs of a stroke
  • Sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body)
  • Sudden severe headache
  • Slurred speech
  • Problems with vision or balance
  • The risk of bleeding is higher in older adults.

Common side effects include:

• Nosebleeds
• Easy bruising or bleeding

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

Cautions

You should not use Effient if you are allergic to prasugrel, or if you have:

• Active bleeding such as a stomach ulcer or bleeding in the brain (such as from a head injury)
• A history of stroke, including TIA (“mini-stroke”)
• If you are scheduled to have surgery, especially heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG)

To make sure Effient is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• A stomach ulcer, colon polyps, or diverticulosis
• Bleeding problems
• Surgery, an injury, or a medical emergency
• Liver or kidney disease
• If you are allergic to clopidogrel or ticlopidine
• If you weigh less than 132 pounds (60 kilograms)
• If you also use other medicines to treat or prevent blood clots

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Form and Strengths

Effient is available in the following form and strengths:

• Effient Tablet:
  • 100mg
• Prasugrel Tablet:
  • 5mg
  • 10mg

FAQ

How should I take Effient?

Take Effient exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. If you also take aspirin, follow your doctor’s instructions about how much to take and for how long.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention.

What should I avoid while taking Effient?

Avoid activities that may increase your risk of bleeding or injury. Use extra care while shaving or brushing your teeth.

Resources:

1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-152682/effient-oral/details
2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2799124/
3. https://www.drugs.com/effient.html#side-effects