Ticlopidine Hcl

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  • Thromboembolic disorders

Ticlopidine Hcl Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Ticlopidine HCl 250mg; tabs.

Pharmacological Class

Platelet aggregation inhibitor.

How Supplied

Contact supplier.

Ticlopidine Hcl Indications

Indications

To reduce the risk of thrombotic stroke in selected patients intolerant of aspirin.

Ticlopidine Hcl Dosage and Administration

Adult

250mg twice daily with food.

Children

Not recommended.

Ticlopidine Hcl Contraindications

Contraindications

Hematopoietic disorders including neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, or history of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP). Hemostatic or active bleeding disorders. Severe hepatic impairment.

Ticlopidine Hcl Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Ticlopidine Hcl Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Monitor for hematologic toxicity at baseline, every 2 weeks for the first 3 months, and for 2 weeks after discontinuation; test more frequently if signs of hematological changes occur. Discontinue if neutropenia or TTP occur. Renal or hepatic impairment. Bleeding risk (eg, ulcers). Discontinue 10–14 days before surgery. Hyperlipidemia. Pregnancy (Cat.B). Nursing mothers: not recommended.

Ticlopidine Hcl Pharmacokinetics

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Ticlopidine Hcl Interactions

Interactions

Discontinue anticoagulants, fibrinolytics before use. Avoid aspirin. Potentiates aspirin, NSAIDs, anticoagulants, antipyrine, theophylline. Antacids reduce absorption. May be potentiated by cimetidine. Monitor phenytoin. May antagonize digoxin. Caution with propranolol, drugs that increase risk of bleeding, and drugs metabolized by CYP450.

Ticlopidine Hcl Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Diarrhea, GI upset, rash, neutropenia, pruritus, dizziness, anorexia, abnormal liver function tests, bleeding complications, hyperlipidemia, TTP, aplastic anemia, agranulocytosis, other blood dyscrasis, jaundice.

Ticlopidine Hcl Clinical Trials

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Ticlopidine Hcl Note

Notes

Formerly known under the brand name Ticlid.

Ticlopidine Hcl Patient Counseling

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