Acitrom 3.5 Tablet

Composition of Acitrom 3.5 Tablet

Acitrom 3.5 Tablet contains Acenocoumarol (3.5mg). It belongs to the Blood thinner class of medicines.

Uses of Acitrom 3.5 Tablet

Deep vein thrombosis Blood clots

Key benefits

• In Deep vein thrombosis Acitrom 3.5mg Tablet helps prevent and treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT) by thinning the blood and reducing the risk of harmful clots forming in the deep veins
• typically in the legs. By improving blood flow and preventing clot-related complications like pulmonary embolism
• it reduces leg pain
• swelling
• and discomfort
• enhancing mobility and daily comfort. With regular use and monitoring
• Acitrom 3.5mg Tablet supports long-term vascular health
• lowers the risk of recurrence
• and helps individuals maintain an active
• worry-free lifestyle. In Blood clots Acitrom 3.5mg Tablet is an oral anticoagulant that helps prevent and treat blood clots
• reducing the risk of serious conditions like deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
• pulmonary embolism
• heart attacks
• and strokes. By thinning the blood and preventing clot formation
• it ensures better circulation and lowers the risk of life-threatening complications. This helps maintain overall cardiovascular health
• allowing individuals to stay active and free from the dangers of clot-related events. Regular monitoring ensures safe and effective use
• promoting long-term well-being and a better quality of life. Show More

How Acitrom 3.5 Tablet works

Acitrom 3.5mg Tablet works by slowing down the body's ability to form blood clots. It does this by blocking the action of vitamin K, which is essential for making clotting proteins in the liver. By reducing these clotting proteins, Acitrom 3.5mg Tablet thins the blood, making it less likely for harmful clots to form.

How to take Acitrom 3.5 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Acitrom 3.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Acitrom 3.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause serious and difficult-to-control bleeding. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Acitrom 3.5 Tablet

Most side effects of Acitrom are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Acitrom 3.5 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Seek urgent care for black or tarry stools, blood in the vomit or urine, a severe headache, or bleeding that will not stop. Tell every doctor and dentist treating you that you are on a blood thinner, well before any procedure. Never stop this medicine on your own before surgery or dental work — stopping it carries its own risk, and the decision is your doctor's. Avoid contact sports and take care with razors and sharp tools. Your INR blood test decides the dose. Have it done as often as your doctor says, and never change the dose yourself. Tell your doctor before starting or stopping any other medicine, including over-the-counter painkillers.

Do not take Acitrom if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with active bleeding, a bleeding disorder, or a recent bleed into the brain.

Interactions with other medicines

Anti-inflammatory painkillers, including over-the-counter ones, sharply raise the bleeding risk. Combining two blood thinners multiplies the risk — never add one yourself. Tell your doctor about all herbal products; several affect clotting.

How to store Acitrom 3.5 Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Acitrom 3.5 Tablet

Avoid making sudden major changes to your diet during treatment with this medicine. Acitrom 3.5mg Tablet increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, using sharp objects, or engaging in contact sports (e.g., football, wrestling). Notify your doctor if you see blood in your vomit, urine, or stool (black, tarry stools or bright red blood). Do not consume alcohol while taking Acitrom 3.5mg Tablet, as this may increase its side effects. If you are going to have a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Acitrom 3.5mg Tablet temporarily. Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to make sure Acitrom 3.5mg Tablet is working properly.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ABBOTT HEALTHCARE LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

BLOOD RELATED

Drug class:

Blood thinner

Chemical class:

4- hydroxycoumarins