Description
Ascard (EC Aspirin) Tablets 75mg are a specialized formulation of Acetylsalicylic Acid (ASA), commonly known as Aspirin, designed for effective cardiovascular protection. Each tablet contains 75mg of Aspirin and features an enteric coating (EC). This unique coating allows the tablet to pass undissolved through the stomach and release the active ingredient primarily in the small intestine. This mechanism helps to reduce the risk of stomach irritation and potential gastrointestinal side effects, such as heartburn or ulcers, which can be associated with regular Aspirin, particularly with long-term use.
Ascard 75mg works as an antiplatelet agent, meaning it makes the platelets in your blood less “sticky,” thereby reducing their ability to form harmful blood clots. This action is crucial for:
- Secondary Prevention: Preventing the recurrence of serious cardiovascular events like heart attacks (myocardial infarction) and strokes (ischemic stroke or transient ischemic attack – TIA) in individuals who have already experienced them.
- Primary Prevention in High-Risk Individuals: Reducing the risk of a first heart attack or stroke in patients identified by their doctor as being at high cardiovascular risk (e.g., those with stable angina, peripheral arterial disease).
- Post-Procedure Care: Used after certain cardiovascular procedures such as angioplasty or coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) to prevent blood clots in stents or grafts.
