Product introduction
Ecosprin C is a combination of two antiplatelet medicines, aspirin and clopidogrel, taken together to keep blood platelets from clumping. It is commonly prescribed to people with heart disease, especially after a heart attack or after a stent or bypass procedure.
Storage: Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from moisture and out of reach of children.
Uses of Ecosprin C 150mg/75mg Tablet
- Preventing heart attack and stroke.
- Acute coronary syndrome (ACS).
Benefits of Ecosprin C 150mg/75mg Tablet
By making platelets less sticky, the combination lowers the chance of harmful clots forming in the arteries. This reduces the risk of a heart attack or stroke and helps protect stents and treated arteries.
Side effects of Ecosprin C 150mg/75mg Tablet
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Bleeding.
- Easy bruising.
- Indigestion.
How to use Ecosprin C 150mg/75mg Tablet
Take it at regular intervals, with or after food, exactly as prescribed. Swallow the tablet whole without chewing, crushing or breaking it. Continue for the full period your doctor sets even when you feel well. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, but skip it if the next dose is almost due and never double up.
How Ecosprin C 150mg/75mg Tablet works
Aspirin and clopidogrel are both antiplatelet agents that act in different ways to stop platelets from sticking together. Together they reduce the formation of harmful blood clots in the vessels of the heart and brain.
Substitutes for Ecosprin C 150mg/75mg Tablet
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
Alcohol can add to the risk of stomach bleeding, so keep it to a minimum or avoid it.
It is considered highly unsafe in pregnancy and can seriously harm the unborn baby.
It may pass to the baby and cause toxicity, so it should not be used while breastfeeding.
Its effect on driving is not known. Avoid driving if your concentration is affected.
It is not advised in people with kidney disease and is not recommended in severe cases.
Use with care in liver disease. A dose change may be needed and it should be avoided in severe liver disease.
Quick tips
- Never stop this medicine on your own, especially after a stent, because stopping suddenly can lead to a dangerous clot.
- Tell every doctor and dentist you see that you take it, as they may need to plan around surgery, usually stopping about 7 days earlier only on medical advice.
- Be gentle when shaving and brushing your teeth, and avoid activities with a high risk of injury.
- Do not take other painkillers without asking your doctor, since many raise the bleeding risk.
- Limit alcohol, which increases the chance of stomach bleeding.
Fact box
| Chemical class | Antiplatelet combination |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | Blood Related |
| Action class | Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors |
Frequently asked questions
Is Ecosprin C a blood thinner?
Yes, in the sense that it stops platelets from clumping and forming clots. It does not literally thin the blood.
Who is it usually prescribed for?
People with a history of heart attack, coronary stents or bypass surgery, and those being treated for acute coronary syndrome.
How long must I take it after a stent?
Generally for at least a year, but follow your doctor's instructions precisely. Stopping suddenly raises the risk of clotting and can be life-threatening.
Who should not take it?
People with allergy to its ingredients, severe liver disease, stomach ulcers, bleeding in the brain or haemophilia, and women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
What if I miss a dose?
Take it when you remember. If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed one and never take a double dose.