Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's

Question 1

Can taking Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's increase the risk of bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes, taking Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's can increase the risk of bleeding as it contains aspirin which blood thinner. So, please be very cautious while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, or using sharp objects to avoid any bleeding.

Question 2

Can Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's cause blood thinning?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's causes blood thinning. It works by preventing platelets (a type of blood cells) from sticking together and forming clots.

Question 3

Does Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's needs to be stopped before undergoing surgery?

Accepted Answer

Please consult your doctor if Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's needs to be stopped before undergoing surgery. The doctor might ask you to stop taking Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's a few days before surgery to avoid the increased risk of bleeding during the procedure.

Question 4

What are you not supposed to take with Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's?

Accepted Answer

Do not take aspirin for pain relief or ibuprofen while you are taking Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's unless your doctor says it's OK. They raise the risk of unusual bleeding.

Question 5

How long are we supposed to be take blood thinners?

Accepted Answer

When a blood clot is treated, guidelines recommend that patients take blood thinners for the rest of its life. If they do not, the chance of developing a second clot is 30 to 40 percent in the next ten years.

Question 6

Can I take herbal supplements with Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's?

Accepted Answer

There might be a problem if you take herbal therapies with Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's, especially those that affect the blood, like Ginkgo Biloba and St John's wort plant extract used as an antidepressant. Together with taking it can increase your risk of bleeding. Tell your doctor if you are using any type of herbal supplement before taking Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's.

Question 7

Can I have a tattoo or piercing while taking Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's?

Accepted Answer

No, you are usually not advised to have a tattoo or body piercing while taking Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's as it may increase the risk of bleeding and infection. If you still wish to proceed further, contact your doctor so that the dose may be adjusted or any antibiotics may be prescribed, and let the piercer or tattooist know in advance that you are on treatment with a blood thinner.

Question 8

Can I stop taking Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's on my own?

Accepted Answer

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, take Acitrom 4 Tablet 30's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.

Question 9

Which are the tests to determine blood clotting time?

Accepted Answer

You can have platelet count, factor V assay, fibrinogen level test, prothrombin time test (PT or PT-INR) and the INR, or international normalized ratio, to analyze your blood clotting time.

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