Common Questions about Prasugrel (Effient)

Is prasugrel an anticoagulant or antiplatelet?

Prasugrel is an antiplatelet medicine. Its active metabolite binds to platelets and prevents platelet activation and aggregation (clumping together of platelets). This prevents the formation of a blood clot and keeps blood flowing smoothly.

Why take aspirin with prasugrel?

The combination of aspirin and prasugrel provides dual antiplatelet therapy and further reduces the risk of complications in acute coronary syndrome patients.

Why do you need to stop prasugrel before surgery?

You may need to stop prasugrel 7 days before certain planned surgical procedures due to an increased risk of bleeding while on this medication.

How long do you need to stay on prasugrel?

Your health care professional may keep you on prasugrel for a few months to a year or longer after your coronary stent is placed.

Which is better: prasugrel or clopidogrel?

Both prasugrel and clopidogrel are treatment options for people who have had a heart attack. Some studies have found prasugrel is more effective than clopidogrel in preventing stent thrombosis (clot formation in the stent) with no difference in the risk of bleeding. Other studies have found that prasugrel is associated with a slightly higher risk of bleeding. Your health care professional will choose the best antiplatelet medicine for you based on your age and other factors such as if you have a higher bleeding risk due to a medical condition or other medications.

What is the price of prasugrel without insurance?

Without insurance, prasugrel can be as high as $1,322.99, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $36.48 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of prasugrel with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on prasugrel—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for prasugrel. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.