Why is Brilinta prescribed?

Brilinta, with generic name Ticagrelor, is prescribed to people with a previous heart attack to prevent a life-threatening heart attack, stroke, or death. It is also used to prevent heart attack or stroke in people diagnosed with coronary artery disease (CAD; a condition where there is a decreased blood flow to the heart).

What does it do?

Ticagrelor is considered as an antiplatelet medication, which prevents platelets (a kind of blood cell) from aggregating together to form clots that may predispose someone to have a heart attack or stroke.

How should I take it?

Brilinta is currently available as 60mg and 90mg tablets, taken whole (not split, chewed, or crushed) with food.

The dosage strength depends on every patient’s condition and the doctor’s prescription. It is imperative that you do not self-medicate and only take this drug after consulting with your doctor or pharmacist to determine the best dosage and dosing schedule for the treatment of your condition.

What if I missed a dose?

Taking the dose properly at the scheduled time is needed to attain the desired effect of the drug. If you forgot to take your medicine, immediately take the next dose to make up for the missed dose. However, if it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and catch the next dose at the regular time. Never take two doses just to make up for your missed dose.

What are the special precautions before taking Brilinta?

Inform your doctor about all the medications you are taking, your current and previous medical history, and any allergic reactions to Brilinta or any other ingredients included in the manufacture of this medication.

Inform your doctor if you had any form of surgery or if you are planning to get one.

For the drug label information of Brilinta, click here.

Does it have any side effects?

It is important to note that all drugs have corresponding side effects and adverse reactions. Additional information may be obtained when you ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Common side effects may include:
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Mild headache

Serious side effects may include:
• Changes in heart rate and rhythm
• Difficulty of breathing or swallowing
• Swelling on any part of the face or limbs

Is it safe to take it with another drug?

Some drug interactions may cause life-threatening reactions when taken with other medications. Immediately inform your doctor if you are taking Brilinta with any of the following medications:

• Advil
• Aleve
• Aspirin
• Betrixaban
• Boceprevir
• Cataflam
• Celebrex
• Carbatrol
• Cordarone
• Coreg
• Corlanor
• Coumadin
• Dexamethasone
• Diflucan
• Eliquis
• Epitol
• Heparin
• Indinavir
• Isoptin
• Lasix
• Lexapro
• Lipitor
• Lovenox
• Mobic
• Nizoral
• Plavix
• Pradaxa
• Pristiq ER
• Quinine
• Rifampin
• Serzone
• Sporanox
• St. John’s wort
• Tegretol
• Tekturna
• Tenormin
• Toprol
• Viagra
• Voltaren
• Vfend
• Xarelto
• Zebeta

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for other possible interactions not listed within this section.

How should I store it?

Keep Brilinta in its original packaging in a clean environment away from excessive heat and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

What action should I take in case of overdose?

Immediately call an ambulance and seek immediate medical attention to prevent further complications or possible death.

Is it safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women?

Ticagrelor is contraindicated in pregnant women, women trying to get pregnant, or breastfeeding women. The use of Brilinta in pregnant and breastfeeding women should be avoided unless the potential benefits outweigh the risks.

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