Eptifibatide Side Effects, Uses, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing

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- EPTIFIBATIDE
- QTY 100
- 75MG/100ML
- VIAL
- Near 63101

EPTIFIBATIDE (ep TI fuh buh tide) lowers the risk of serious heart problems caused by a blockage of blood flow to the heart. It prevents blood cells (platelets) from clumping together to form a clot. It belongs to a group of medications called antiplatelets.

EPTIFIBATIDE Information

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EPTIFIBATIDE (ep TI fuh buh tide) lowers the risk of serious heart problems caused by a blockage of blood flow to the heart. It prevents blood cells (platelets) from clumping together to form a clot. It belongs to a group of medications called antiplatelets.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
This medication is infused into a vein. It is given by your care team in a hospital or clinic setting.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-Abrocitinib
-Defibrotide
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Antiplatelet medications, such as clopidogrel, prasugrel, ticagrelor
-Aspirin and aspirin-like medications
-Blood thinners
-NSAIDs, medications for pain and inflammation, such as ibuprofen or naproxen
-Supplements, such as garlic, ginger, ginkgo, green tea

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
-Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
-Bleeding—bloody or black, tar-like stools, vomiting blood or brown material that looks like coffee grounds, red or dark brown urine, small red or purple spots on skin, unusual bruising or bleeding

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.