Question 1

How long do I need to take Acitrom 2.5mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

You should continue taking Acitrom 2.5mg Tablet for as long as recommended by your doctor. Depending upon the condition you are being treated for, you may have to take it for several months or years or maybe for the rest of your life.

Question 2

What should I avoid while taking Acitrom 2.5mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

You should avoid alcohol while taking Acitrom 2.5mg Tablet as alcohol may interfere with working of Acitrom 2.5mg Tablet. In addition to that, avoid cranberry juice or other cranberry products as there may be a risk of enhanced blood thinning. Avoid breastfeeding or getting pregnant as it may harm your child.

Question 3

Do I need to stop Acitrom 2.5mg Tablet if I have to undergo a surgery?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the type of surgery that is to be performed, your doctor will tell you whether to continue or stop Acitrom 2.5mg Tablet. It will be decided by your doctor after weighing the risks and benefits of discontinuing Acitrom 2.5mg Tablet.

Question 4

Is Acitrom 2.5mg Tablet same as warfarin?

Accepted Answer

Both Acitrom 2.5mg Tablet and warfarin are blood thinners, but they have some differences. Warfarin has a more stable blood thinning effect.

Question 5

How long does it take for Acitrom 2.5mg Tablet to start working?

Accepted Answer

It takes a little longer for Acitrom 2.5mg Tablet to start working. On an average, it may take 2-3 days for Acitrom 2.5mg Tablet to show its blood-thinning effect. For these 2-3 days, heparin may be used and then discontinued.

Question 6

What if I forget to take a dose?

Accepted Answer

If you forget to take a dose of Acitrom 2.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for your next dose then skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose and continue your normal schedule. Keep a diary or set a reminder, so that you do not forget it often.

Question 7

What monitoring is required while taking Acitrom 2.5mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

The bleeding times should be carefully monitored from 2nd or 3rd dose of Acitrom 2.5mg Tablet and till the clotting status is stabilized. Thereafter, the bleeding time can be monitored monthly. This frequency may be more in elderly.

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