Aggrenox 200 mg/25 mg Capsule 60's

Aggrenox 200 mg/25 mg Capsule is used to prevent blood clots and lower the risk of stroke. The detailed uses of Aggrenox 200 mg/25 mg Capsule are as follows:

• Prevention of stroke: Aggrenox 200 mg/25 mg Capsule is used to reduce the risk of stroke in patients who have had a previous ischemic stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA).
• Antiplatelet therapy: Aggrenox 200 mg/25 mg Capsule prevents platelets from clumping together, which reduces the formation of harmful blood clots.
• Secondary prevention of thromboembolic events: Aggrenox 200 mg/25 mg Capsule reduces the risk of problems from clot formation in patients with vascular disease.

Aggrenox 200 mg/25 mg Capsule is used to reduce stroke risk in patients who had a history of blood clots or a mini-stroke (also called transient ischemic attack). Aggrenox 200 mg/25 mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Aspirin and Dipyridamole. This medicine helps to maintain normal blood flow to the brain. It can prevent the formation of clots, thereby reducing the risk of stroke. 

• Take Aggrenox 200 mg/25 mg Capsule with or without food as advised by your doctor.
• It is advised to take Aggrenox 200 mg/25 mg Capsule twice daily; however, follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration.
• Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush or chew it.

• Include more green, leafy vegetables and other non-starchy vegetables (tomatoes, broccoli, and cauliflower, etc.) in your diet.
• Eat strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and nuts as they reduce inflammation in the brain.
• Use olive oil for cooking purposes. It contains healthy fats that promote brain health. 
• Eat whole grains such as oats, quinoa, and brown rice that are rich in nutrients.
• Opt for fish oil or eat fish (preferably fatty fish like salmon, sardines, trout, and tuna) at least once a week. They are rich in omega-3 fatty acids that are essential for the normal functioning of the brain.
• Avoid fried, processed, and packed foods.
• Exercise regularly. It helps to maintain a normal weight and reduce cholesterol levels.
• Quit alcohol intake and smoking.

Before taking Aggrenox 200 mg/25 mg Capsule , inform your doctor if you have stomach ulcers, bleeding problems, heart problems, hypotension (low blood pressure), and myasthenia gravis (a muscle disorder). The use of Aggrenox 200 mg/25 mg Capsule in children below 16 years with viral infections may lead to Reye’s syndrome (a life-threatening condition that causes liver and brain damage). Aggrenox 200 mg/25 mg Capsule may cause headaches during the initial days of therapy. Let your doctor know if the headache is severe. Aggrenox 200 mg/25 mg Capsule can increase the bleeding risk even due to a minor injury, so seek medical attention if you suffer any injury and have uncontrolled bleeding. Inform your doctor if you experience blood in your sputum or vomit, blood in urine, or dark-colored stools, as it can be a sign of stomach bleeding.