How should I use BRILINTA?

Take this medicine by mouth. Swallow the tablets whole. You may also crush the tablets. After crushing the tablets, put the contents in a glass of water. Swallow the medicine and water right away. Refill the glass with water, stir, and drink all of the water. You can take it with or without food. If it upsets your stomach, take it with food. For your therapy to work as well as possible, take each dose exactly as prescribed on the prescription label. Do not skip doses. Skipping doses or stopping this medicine can increase your risk of a blood clot or stroke. Keep taking this medicine unless your health care provider tells you to stop.
A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time.
Talk to your health care provider about the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of BRILINTA contact a poison control center or emergency room at once. NOTE: BRILINTA is only for you. Do not share BRILINTA with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.