Bigatra 150 mg Tablet

Bigatra 150 mg Tablet is a prescription anticoagulant that contains 150 mg of dabigatran etexilate in each tablet. It belongs to the direct thrombin inhibitor class and is used to help prevent and treat blood clots. Bigatra 150 mg Tablet is commonly prescribed to lower the risk of stroke and blood clots in certain people with atrial fibrillation, and to treat or prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) when a doctor determines it is appropriate.

How it works: Dabigatran etexilate is converted in the body to dabigatran, which directly blocks thrombin, a key enzyme your blood uses to form clots. By doing this, Bigatra 150 mg Tablet helps slow clot formation and reduces the chance of harmful clots forming in the blood vessels.

Bigatra 150 mg Tablet is the higher-strength tablet in this brand family, alongside Bigatra 110 mg Tablet and Bigatra 75 mg Tablet. This strength is not a starter dose for everyone; it is chosen for people whose doctor wants the full 150 mg tablet strength based on age, kidney function, bleeding risk, and the reason for treatment. Because it is a higher strength, it must be used exactly as prescribed and is not interchangeable with lower strengths without medical advice.

• Reduce stroke risk in non-valvular atrial fibrillation
• Treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
• Treat pulmonary embolism (PE)
• Help prevent DVT/PE from coming back after treatment

• Swallow Bigatra 150 mg Tablet whole with a full glass of water; do not crush, chew, or open the tablet.
• Take it at the same times every day to keep blood levels steady.
• You may take it with or without food unless your prescriber gives different directions.
• Do not stop taking Bigatra 150 mg Tablet suddenly without medical advice, because stopping can raise clot risk.
• If you miss a dose, follow your prescriber’s instructions for the timing of the next dose; do not double up unless told to do so.
• Keep the tablet in its original packaging until use, since moisture can affect dabigatran products.

Each Bigatra 150 mg Tablet provides 150 mg of dabigatran etexilate per tablet. Depending on the condition being treated and your kidney function, it may be taken once or twice daily, but the exact schedule is decided by the doctor; the total amount per day is based on the prescription and should not be adjusted on your own. This is a higher-strength tablet, so the 150 mg dose is used only when the prescriber determines it is the right fit for you.

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

Common side effects of Dabigatran Etexilate may include:

• Bleeding more easily than usual
• Bruising
• Upset stomach or nausea
• Indigestion or abdominal pain
• Heartburn
• Nosebleeds
• More noticeable bleeding risk at this 150 mg strength compared with lower strengths

• Bigatra 150 mg Tablet can cause serious bleeding, so it may not be right for people with active bleeding or certain bleeding disorders.
• Use extra caution if you have kidney problems, since dabigatran is cleared through the kidneys and the 150 mg strength may not be suitable for some patients.
• Tell your doctor about any history of stomach ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding, stroke, or recent surgery before starting this tablet.
• Avoid starting, stopping, or changing aspirin, NSAIDs, or other blood thinners unless your prescriber approves it.
• Limit alcohol, because heavy drinking can increase bleeding risk and make falls more likely.
• Use care when driving or using machinery if you feel dizzy, weak, or unwell.
• Tell every clinician, dentist, or surgeon that you take Bigatra 150 mg Tablet before procedures or injections.

• Other anticoagulants such as warfarin, heparin, apixaban, rivaroxaban, or edoxaban
• NSAID pain relievers such as ibuprofen or naproxen
• Aspirin and other antiplatelet medicines
• Certain P-gp interacting medicines, including some antifungals, antibiotics, and heart medicines
• St. John’s wort and other herbal products that may affect drug levels

Store Bigatra 150 mg Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture and heat, and keep it tightly protected until use.