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KRKA ACID ACETILSALICILIC 100MG X 30 COMPRIMATE

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Composition. The active substance is acetylsalicylic acid. Core: lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, anhydrous colloidal silicon dioxide, potato starch; Film: talc, triacetin, methacrylic acid-ethyl acrylate copolymer (1:1) 30% dispersion (surfactants sodium dodecyl sulfate and polysorbate 80).

Indications

Acetylsalicylic acid Krka contains acetylsalicylic acid, which, when used in low doses, belongs to a group of medicines called antiplatelet agents. Platelets (blood platelets are small blood cells that cause blood clotting and are involved in thrombosis. When a blood clot forms in an artery, it stops blood flow and interrupts oxygen supply. When this happens in the heart, it can cause a myocardial infarction or an episode of angina pectoris; in the brain, it can cause a stroke.

Acetylsalicylic acid Krka is administered to reduce the risk of blood clot formation, thereby preventing the subsequent occurrence of:

• myocardial infarction
• strokes
• cardiovascular problems in patients diagnosed with stable or unstable angina pectoris (a type of chest pain).

Also, Acetylsalicylic acid Krka is used to prevent the formation of blood clots after certain types of heart surgeries aimed at widening or unblocking blood vessels.

The decision regarding the initiation of treatment and appropriate dosing must be made by a doctor.

This medicine is not recommended for emergency cases. It can only be used as a preventive treatment.

Contraindications. Do not take Acetylsalicylic acid Krka: if you are allergic to acetylsalicylic acid or any of the other ingredients of this medicine; if you are allergic to other salicylates or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). NSAIDs are often used for arthritis or rheumatism and pain. if you have had an asthma attack or swelling of some parts of your body, such as the face, lips, throat or tongue (angioedema) after taking salicylates or NSAIDs. if you currently have or have ever had an ulcer in your stomach or small intestine or any type of bleeding, such as a stroke. if you have ever had problems with your blood not clotting properly. if you have severe liver or kidney problems. if you have severe heart problems that may cause difficulty breathing or swelling of the ankles - if you are in the last 3 months of pregnancy, you should not take doses higher than 100 mg per day; if you are taking a medicine called methotrexate (for example, for cancer or rheumatoid arthritis) in doses higher than 15 mg per week.

Dosage and administration.

Adults. Prevention of myocardial infarction: - The recommended dose is 75 - 160 mg once daily.

Prevention of strokes: - The recommended dose is 75 - 325 mg once daily.

Prevention of cardiovascular problems in patients diagnosed with stable or unstable angina pectoris (a type of chest pain): - The recommended dose is 75-160 mg once daily.

Prevention of blood clot formation after certain types of heart surgeries: - The recommended dose is 75-160 mg once daily.

This medicine should not be used in doses higher than recommended by the doctor, and the dose should not exceed 325 mg per day.

Elderly patients. The recommended dose is the same as for younger patients. In general, acetylsalicylic acid should be used with caution in elderly patients who are prone to adverse reactions. Treatment should be reviewed at regular intervals.

Use in children and adolescents. Acetylsalicylic acid should not be administered to children and adolescents under 16 years of age, unless specifically indicated by a doctor.

Special warnings.

Acetylsalicylic acid Krka with food, drinks and alcohol

Consumption of ethyl alcohol may increase the risk of bleeding in the stomach and intestines and may prolong bleeding time.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. Pregnant women should not use acetylsalicylic acid during pregnancy, unless recommended by their doctor. You should not take Acetylsalicylic acid Krka if you are in the last trimester of pregnancy, unless your doctor recommends it, and in this situation, the daily dose should not exceed 100 mg. Taking usual or higher doses of this medicine in late pregnancy can cause complications for the mother or baby. Breastfeeding women should not use acetylsalicylic acid, unless indicated by their doctor.

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