Afogatran 75 mg Capsule

Afogatran 75 mg Capsule is a prescription anticoagulant that contains dabigatran etexilate 75 mg in each capsule. It belongs to the direct thrombin inhibitor class and is used to help prevent harmful blood clots. Doctors may prescribe Afogatran 75 mg Capsule to lower the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in certain people with atrial fibrillation and to treat or prevent recurrence of some clotting conditions.

How it works: Dabigatran etexilate is a prodrug that the body converts into dabigatran, which blocks thrombin, a key clot-forming protein in the blood. In capsule form, Afogatran 75 mg Capsule delivers this medicine by mouth so it can be absorbed and start helping reduce clotting risk over time.

Afogatran 75 mg Capsule is a lower-strength dabigatran capsule that may be chosen for people who need a more cautious dose because of age, kidney function, bleeding risk, or drug interactions. It is not a fast-relief medicine; instead, it works by steadily reducing clot formation when taken exactly as prescribed.

• Reduce stroke risk in nonvalvular atrial fibrillation
• Help prevent and treat certain blood clots
• Lower the chance of clot recurrence after treatment
• Used when a doctor wants a lower dabigatran dose

• Swallow the capsule whole with water; do not open, chew, or crush it.
• Take it at the same time each day to help keep dosing regular.
• Follow the exact schedule your doctor prescribes; do not change the dose on your own.
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose—do not double up.
• Keep the capsules in the original packaging until use, and protect them from moisture.
• Do not take this capsule with food unless your prescriber specifically tells you otherwise.

Each Afogatran 75 mg Capsule provides 75 mg of dabigatran etexilate. The dose may be taken once daily or twice daily depending on the condition being treated, kidney function, and other medicines, but your doctor decides the exact schedule. Do not take more than prescribed; the maximum daily dose depends on your medical situation and can be unsafe if increased on your own.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Dabigatran Etexilate may include:

• Bruising more easily
• Bleeding from the nose or gums
• Indigestion or stomach upset
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea

• This medicine can cause serious bleeding, so even minor cuts or injuries should be taken seriously.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, because the 75 mg capsule may be chosen with kidney function in mind.
• Do not stop Afogatran 75 mg Capsule suddenly without medical advice, since stopping can raise clot risk.
• Use caution with alcohol, which can increase bleeding risk and stomach irritation.
• Tell your dentist or surgeon you take dabigatran before any procedure.
• Be careful with other medicines that affect bleeding, including over-the-counter pain relievers.
• If you have a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding, your doctor should review the risks closely.

• Aspirin and other NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen
• Other blood thinners such as warfarin, heparin, or rivaroxaban
• Certain P-gp inhibitors or inducers that can change dabigatran levels
• Some antiarrhythmic or transplant medicines, depending on the exact regimen

Store Afogatran 75 mg Capsule in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture and heat, and keep it out of reach of children.