Brilinta

utilized to manage acute coronary syndrome to mitigate platelet activity.

Strengths: 60 · 90mg

Medicine details

Alternative names

Brilique

Therapeutic class

Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor

Pharmacological class

P2Y12 Receptor Antagonist

Contraindications

active bleeding; history of intracranial haemorrhage; severe hepatic impairment

Precautions and warnings

risk of bleeding; inform medical staff before surgery; monitor for dyspnoea

Minor side effects

dyspnoea; bruising

Moderate side effects

epistaxis; gastrointestinal haemorrhage

Serious side effects

intracranial haemorrhage — requires immediate medical attention

Dosage forms

Film-coated tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Patient summary

utilized to manage acute coronary syndrome to mitigate platelet activity.

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

AstraZeneca

Onset Time

30–60 minutes

Duration

12 hours

Storage instructions

Store below 30°C.

Drug interactions

aspirin; clopidogrel; ketoconazole

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: not recommended. Breastfeeding: not recommended.

Mechanism of action

Reduces the risk of clots by inhibiting the P2Y12 platelet receptor, thereby reducing platelet aggregation.

Brilinta

utilized to manage acute coronary syndrome to mitigate platelet activity.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Ticagrelor
  • Listed indication(s): Acute Coronary Syndrome

Usually available as

  • 84 tablets - 60 mg1497-60-mg-17879
  • 56 tablets - 90 mg1497-90-mg-17884