Prasunol 10 mg Tablet

Prasunol 10 mg Tablet is a prescription antiplatelet medicine that contains 10 mg of prasugrel in each tablet. It belongs to the P2Y12 inhibitor class and is used to help prevent blood clots in people with acute coronary syndrome who are being managed with procedures such as PCI (stent placement). By reducing clot formation, Prasunol 10 mg Tablet helps lower the risk of serious heart and blood vessel events. It is not a pain reliever and does not treat chest pain directly.

How it works: Prasugrel in Prasunol 10 mg Tablet blocks platelets from sticking together, which makes it harder for a clot to form inside an artery or stent. Because it is a tablet taken by mouth, the medicine is absorbed through the digestive system and then works on platelets throughout the body.

Prasunol 10 mg Tablet is the higher maintenance strength of prasugrel used only when a doctor has decided this dose is appropriate after assessing bleeding risk and the need for clot prevention. Compared with lower-strength prasugrel tablets, the 10 mg tablet provides a stronger antiplatelet effect and may be chosen for selected adults after the first lower-dose phase or when ongoing 10 mg dosing is specifically prescribed.

• Prevention of blood clots after PCI/stent placement
• Lowering the risk of heart attack or stroke in acute coronary syndrome
• Antiplatelet therapy as directed by a cardiologist
• Ongoing clot prevention after an initial lower prasugrel dose when prescribed

• Swallow Prasunol 10 mg Tablet whole with water; do not crush, split, or chew it unless your doctor tells you to.
• Take it exactly on the schedule prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily.
• You may take it with or without food.
• If you also received a lower loading dose first, follow the exact transition plan your doctor gave you.
• Do not stop Prasunol 10 mg Tablet on your own, because stopping suddenly can raise the risk of a clot.
• 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.

Each Prasunol 10 mg Tablet provides 10 mg of prasugrel. This strength is commonly used as a once-daily maintenance dose in adults when prescribed by a doctor; the exact schedule and whether you should take it at all depends on your age, weight, bleeding risk, and heart procedure history. The maximum daily amount is the amount your doctor prescribes—do not take extra tablets.

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

Common side effects of Prasugrel may include:

• bleeding more easily
• bruising
• nosebleeds
• headache
• dizziness
• nausea
• diarrhea

• Prasunol 10 mg Tablet can cause serious bleeding; tell your doctor right away about any unusual bleeding or bruising.
• This higher-strength tablet may not be appropriate for people with a history of stroke or transient ischemic attack.
• Older adults, people who weigh less than 60 kg, and people with a higher bleeding risk need especially careful dosing decisions.
• Avoid using other blood thinners or NSAIDs unless your doctor says it is safe, because bleeding risk can increase.
• Tell your healthcare provider before any surgery, dental work, or procedure; you may need to stop prasugrel ahead of time.
• Use caution with alcohol, since it can further increase the chance of stomach irritation or bleeding.
• Seek urgent help for chest pain, fainting, severe weakness, or any sign of internal bleeding.

• aspirin and other antiplatelet medicines
• warfarin and other anticoagulants
• ibuprofen, naproxen, and other NSAIDs
• SSRIs and SNRIs that can increase bleeding risk
• certain CYP-related medicines that may affect prasugrel activation or bleeding risk

Store Prasunol 10 mg Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture and direct heat, and keep it out of reach of children.