Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. How long should I take Ecosprin for?
You should be taking Ecosprin for the rest of your life unless stopped by your doctor.
Q. When will I feel better after taking Ecosprin?
Ecosprin is known to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. You may not feel any difference after taking Ecosprin. Keep taking it as prescribed by your doctor, you will be getting the benefits.
Q. How long does Ecosprin takes to clear from the body?
It takes around 10 days for Ecosprin to get cleared from the body after completely stopping this medicine.
Q. Why is Ecosprin given in pregnancy?
Ecosprin is generally not recommended in pregnancy unless you have certain medical conditions like pre-eclampsia or other clotting disorder.
Q. What is the best time to take Ecosprin?
Take Ecosprin as prescribed by your doctor. According to a recent study, taking Ecosprin at night time, before you go to sleep, is more effective in reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Q. Will I need to stop Ecosprin before surgery or dental procedure?
Ecosprin may increase the risk of bleeding during a surgery or dental procedure. Therefore, you may be asked by your doctor to stop taking Ecosprin. You should not stop taking it on your own.
Q. Is there any interaction between Ecosprin and vitamin D?
No, drug-drug interactions or additional harmful effects have been reported when Ecosprin and vitamin D are used together.
Q. Does Ecosprin really work for acne?
Ecosprin contains acetyl salicylic acid. And salicylic acid is a common component of most of the topical (local application) creams of acne. However, Ecosprin as such is not used in the management of acne.
Q. Can I take Ecosprin with Tamsulosin?
Ecosprin and Tamsulosin can be taken together. There are no known drug-drug interactions when they are used together.
Q. How does Ecosprin act as an antiplatelet drug?
Ecosprin blocks the enzyme cyclooxygenase which is necessary for the production of thromboxane. Thromboxane normally acts as a pro-aggregatory agent causing the platelets to clump and form a clot. Hence, Ecosprin by blocking the action of thromboxane functions as an antiplatelet drug.
Q. Can I take fexofenadine with Ecosprin?
Yes, you can take fexofenadine with Ecosprin. Fexofenadine is an anti-histaminic drug used for the treatment of allergic diseases and Ecosprin is a NSAID (non-steroidal inflammatory drug) and has antiplatelet action and helps to relieve pain, fever, and swelling. There are no reported drug interactions or harmful effects when they are used together.
Q. Can I take ibuprofen after Ecosprin?
It is advisable to not take ibuprofen with Ecosprin. Your doctor can suggest an alternative. Ibuprofen can decrease the antiplatelet effect of Ecosprin. When taken together, they can cause increased anticoagulation and potassium levels. Also, Ecosprin can increase the level of ibuprofen. If needed, take ibuprofen 8 hours before Ecosprin or 2 to 4 hours after.
Q. Does Ecosprin cause H. pylori infection?
Ecosprin is not known to cause Helicobacter Pylori infection. However, its use in patients already having H. pylori infection can cause an increased risk of stomach ulcers and bleeding due to these ulcers.
Q. How is Ecosprin helpful to prevent stroke?
Ecosprin helps in stopping the processes of platelet adhesion and aggregation (clumping of platelets). Thereby, the risk of formation of blood clots in the vessels supplying the brain is reduced leading to lesser chances of occurrences of stroke.
Q. Are Ecosprin and ASA (acetylsalicylic acid) the same?
Yes, Ecosprin and ASA (acetylsalicylic acid) are the names for the same medicine. Aspirin is called acetylsalicylic acid, as it is an acetyl derivative of the salicylic acid and is commonly abbreviated as ASA.
Q. Is Ecosprin an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug)?
Yes, Ecosprin is a NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). In low doses, it protects the heart and prevents heart attacks and stroke. In higher doses, it relieves mild to moderate pain, fever, and inflammation and is useful in arthritis, minor body aches, and pains and headache.
Q. Why is Ecosprin contraindicated in patients with asthma?
Yes, use of Ecosprin is contraindicated in patients with asthma, rhinitis and nasal polyps. Ecosprin can cause allergic reactions like urticaria (raised, itchy, skin rashes), angioedema (swelling of skin and tissue under the skin), or bronchospasm (narrowing of the airway).
Q. Is Ecosprin bad for your liver?
No, as such Ecosprin does not harm your liver. However, if you already have some liver disorder or haven taken Ecosprin at high doses, there can be occurrence Ecosprin-related toxicity. Hence, it is necessary to disclose your liver condition to the treating physician.
Q. How and where is Ecosprin metabolized?
After oral intake, Ecosprin rapidly gets converted to salicylic acid, its major active circulating form. Both are primarily metabolized (broken down) in the liver to salicyluric acid and products like phenolic and acyl glucuronides and others. All metabolites are excreted through the kidneys.
Q. What are the allergic reactions to Ecosprin?
Allergic reactions to Ecosprin can predominantly affect the respiratory airway tract causing nasal congestion, running nose and difficulty in breathing or the allergic reactions can be limited resulting in urticaria (raised, itchy, skin rashes) and angioedema (swelling of the lower layer of skin and tissue just under the skin).
Q. Can I take Ecosprin and clopidogrel together?
Yes, you can take Ecosprin and clopidogrel together. Fixed-dose combinations of clopidogrel and Ecosprin are available and effectively lowers the risk of heart attack and is used in patients after a coronary artery stent but it can increase the risk of bleeding.
Q. Is Ecosprin a blood thinner?
Yes, Ecosprin acts as a blood thinner. In low doses, it has antiplatelet action and it prevents the platelets from sticking together. This helps to decrease the risk of blood clot formation in blood vessels and provides protection from heart attack and stroke.
Q. Is Ecosprin beneficial in certain diseases of heart?
Yes, at low dose, Ecosprin is beneficial for patients who are at an increased risk of heart attack and stroke. It is also advised after stent placement or coronary artery bypass. In low doses, it does not allow the platelets to stick together and decreases the risk of blood clot formation.
Q. Is Ecosprin good for hair growth?
No, Ecosprin is not known to play any role in hair growth. It is a NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). In low doses, it protects the heart and prevents heart attacks and stroke. In higher doses, it relieves mild to moderate pain, fever, and inflammation
Q. Is Ecosprin safe?
Ecosprin is safe to use in the doses as advised by the doctor, however, there are some common side effects associated with its use like nausea, vomiting, dyspepsia, gastritis, bleeding disorder, decreased blood platelets, gastric erosion, and gastric ulcer.
Q. Is Ecosprin good for a hangover headache?
No, Ecosprin should not be used for alcohol hangover/ hangover headache. Alcohol use cause damage to the stomach lining and use of aspirin along with can increase the risk of stomach bleeding.
Q. Can I take Ecosprin empty stomach?
Yes, Ecosprin can be taken in an empty stomach particularly to increase its rate and extent of absorption, as the presence of food interferes with Ecosprin absorption. Having said so, aspirin taken in an empty stomach can irritate the stomach surface and cause erosions.
Q. Can I take Ecosprin with famotidine?
Ecosprin can be taken with famotidine. Ecosprin is a pain killer and belongs to the group of NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents) which can increase the gastric acid secretion and worsen stomach acidity, heartburn, and stomach ulcers and drugs like Famotidine are used to prevent and treat gastric problems caused by painkillers.Show moreShow less
