Disprin CV Tablet 100mg

About Disprin CV Tablet 100mg

Disprin CV Tablet 100mg Uses

• Prevention of heart attack in high risk patients
• Prevention of ischaemic stroke
• Long term antiplatelet therapy after a cardiac stent or bypass surgery
• Relief of mild to moderate pain such as headache and muscle pain
• Reduction of fever associated with cold and flu

Disprin CV Tablet 100mg Benefits

• Reduces the risk of blood clots forming in narrowed arteries
• Enteric coating lowers stomach irritation compared to plain aspirin
• Convenient once daily low dose for long term heart protection
• Supports secondary prevention after a previous heart attack or stroke

What Experts Say

Doctors across Pakistan prescribe low dose enteric coated aspirin mainly for secondary prevention, meaning patients who already had a heart attack, stroke or stent placement. The enteric coating delays tablet breakdown until it reaches the intestine, which reduces direct stomach irritation compared to plain aspirin.

Physicians weigh bleeding risk carefully before starting long term therapy, since aspirin affects platelet function for the life of the platelet, roughly seven to ten days. Patients on other blood thinners or with a history of ulcers need closer monitoring and sometimes a stomach protecting medicine alongside treatment.

Clinicians generally avoid this class of medicine in children with viral infections because of the recognised link to Reye syndrome. Dosing is individualised around a patient's cardiovascular risk profile and kidney function, since aspirin is usually paused before any planned surgery.

Drug Class

• Antiplatelet Agent
• Nonsteroidal Anti Inflammatory Drug (NSAID)
• Salicylate

Disprin CV Tablet 100mg formula

• Aspirin

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Disprin CV Tablet 100mg?

• Take one tablet daily, preferably at the same time each day, unless your doctor advises otherwise.
• Swallow the tablet whole with water, do not crush or chew, as this removes the enteric coating.
• Take with or after food to reduce the chance of stomach upset.
• Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without consulting your doctor, especially when used for heart protection.
• If a dose is missed, take it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose.

Drug Interactions

• Warfarin and Other Blood Thinners: Combined use significantly raises the risk of serious bleeding.
• NSAIDs such as Ibuprofen: Increases the risk of stomach bleeding and may reduce the heart protective effect of aspirin.
• Methotrexate: Aspirin can raise methotrexate levels and increase its toxicity.
• ACE Inhibitors: May reduce the blood pressure lowering effect and affect kidney function when combined.
• Corticosteroids: Combined use increases the risk of gastrointestinal ulceration and bleeding.

Risks and warnings

• Bleeding Risk: Increases the chance of stomach bleeding, bruising and prolonged bleeding from cuts.
• Reye Syndrome: Should not be given to children or teenagers with fever from a viral illness due to risk of this rare but serious condition.
• Stomach Ulcers: Long term use can cause or worsen gastric ulcers, even with enteric coating.
• Surgery Precaution: Usually stopped five to seven days before planned surgery unless your doctor advises otherwise.
• Asthma Sensitivity: Can trigger bronchospasm in patients with aspirin sensitive asthma.
• Late Pregnancy Caution: Avoided in the third trimester due to risk of complications during delivery.

Disprin CV Tablet 100mg Side Effects

• Stomach upset or heartburn
• Nausea
• Easy bruising
• Prolonged bleeding from minor cuts
• Ringing in the ears with high doses
• Allergic skin reactions
• Black or tarry stools in case of internal bleeding
• Indigestion

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from moisture.
• Keep tablets in their original strip until just before use, since the enteric coating is sensitive to humidity.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack.