ZONTIVITY Oral Pill By NEW AMERICAN THERAPEUTICS
Generic Name: Vorapaxar
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ZONTIVITY-Oral-Pill
Vorapaxar is used to help prevent heart attacks and strokes in people who have had a heart attack or have poor blood flow (peripheral arterial disease). It works by blocking certain blood cells called platelets from sticking together and forming harmful blood clots. Harmful blood clots can cause heart attacks, strokes, and other serious problems. This anti-platelet effect helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body.
Easy bruising/bleeding, such as nosebleeds, may occur. If this effect persists or worsens, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including any of these signs of bleeding: bleeding that doesn't stop or bleeding too much, stomach/abdominal pain, lasting nausea/vomiting, coughing or vomiting up blood, vomit that looks like coffee grounds, bloody/black/tarry stools, bloody/pink/dark urine, sudden severe headache, confusion, dizziness, fainting, seizures, unusual weakness, weakness on one side of the body, trouble speaking, unusual drowsiness, loss of consciousness. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.
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