Ticagrelor User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• janic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 10, 2020

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Coronary Artery Disease "I had breathing problems on Brilinta, and could not take it. Anyone that takes this medication needs to be monitored. Specially if you have elderly parents on this mediation. I would have died if I hadn't stopped taking it on my on."

• Farmg...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 20, 2019

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Prevention of Atherothrombotic Events "After having a stent placed, I was put on 90 mg of Brilinta twice daily. On the second day of taking, my headaches started along with the shortness of breath, also nausea and back pain on the third day. This continued and on the fifth day, I had to be admitted back in to the hospital with what I thought to be a heart attack. While in the hospital I experienced quite a bit of blood in my urine. It was decided to take me off of Brilinta and start me on Plavix. I'm on my second day of Plavix and already doing much better!"

• Bacar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 30, 2021

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Acute Coronary Syndrome "Given Brilinta (90mg twice a day) after angioplasty and 1 stent in my left anterior descending artery. On the second day, as I was retrieving my medication prior to discharge, I felt an almost surreal feeling of suffocation I never had before - I just couldn't breathe in enough air for 1 hour. Moreover, I could speak much without being out of breath. I persevered for a week and these symptoms were replaced by stomach aches plus a sensation of a lump in my throat. I agree (based on scientific evidence) that this could potentially a life saving drug. However, the side effects can be horrible, especially for someone who has had a heart attack (in fear if another could occur, though it could all be drug related),"

• BWano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 13, 2020

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Myocardial Infarction, Prophylaxis "I had a stent inserted in the right artery. I was on plavix (clopidogrel) for 4 months but wanted to try something else because the plavix was giving me tension and pressure in my head. So I tried Brilinta, and I only lasted 20 days. From day one I was getting muscle twitches and pains in odd areas that came and went. I also felt jittery all 20 days on Brilinta The final days on Brilinta gave me minor chest pains, a cough and was giving me mild anxiety attacks. So I called my Doctor and I will be going back to clopidogrel until I get brave enough to try something different different. Don't let anyone try to convince you that these drugs do not give you or exacerbate anxiety, they do. I have never had anxiety attacks in my 57 years of life, until I started taking some of these medicines like Brilinta, losartan, olmesartan. I presently take 25 mg of metoprolol and it is working and controls my pulse to prevent an anxiety attack from getting worse. "

• DEW
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 30, 2023

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Heart Attack "I cannot separate out the drugs. I know Brilinta and Eliquis both contribute to bruising and feelings of tiredness and shortness of breath after stent inserted. I have an echocardiogram in November, then a follow-up. I hope the meds have helped restart my left ventricle. Too much time went between my heart attack and placement of my stent. I had a 100% blockage. I will trust my doctor that he has my best interest at heart. Pun intended. I did well in cardio rehab for 12 sessions, but then I just want to rest. Life is short, I want to get back to some normalcy. Play golf, see my grandkids. I can only hope and pray I get there. Retirement is close, I almost retired now, but my medical benefits and prescriptions are too important now and insurance. If they get me leveled out and off so many meds, maybe I will have a retirement. I hope."

• Ms D
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 3, 2017

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Prevention of Atherothrombotic Events "I had three stents put in on July 17, 2017. The surgery was very easy and successful. I was immediately put on Plavix which did not agree with me. I was then put on Brilanta and am doing ok with it it seems. However, I do get dizzy, feel fatigued and bruise horribly. My worst problem is being unable to take anything for pain for my arthritis and spinal stenosis. I sustained pinched nerves on C7 during the surgery and not being able to get a cortisone shot or even take an Aleve for pain and inflammation has literally made my life miserable. I was not told anything about having to expect these side effects either. I’m grateful for the stents but how can I improve the quality of my life while staying on this blood thinner for a year?"

• Jotdog
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 3, 2021

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Heart Attack "After 3 months on a Statin with many side effects attributed to the Statin, I began experiencing an increasing shortness of breath. It became so difficult to breath and it cause irregular heart rhythms. 3 times to emergency where when I said I thought it was a side effect I was told, not a known side effect. When Cardioligist finally called, said "Brilinta known to cause shortness of breath will switch you over to Plavix." This drug is causing some side effects and hopefully I can live with them until I am no longer in need, about another 6 months."

• Not...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 25, 2020

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Prevention of Atherothrombotic Events "CABG*5 in 2003 Initiated Brilinta following recent cath lab visit, replacing Plavix (clopidogrel). Dyspnea (short of breath) commenced immediately, especially when laying down. Quite severe. Very distressing. Greatly reduced with elevated head. Improved further with elevated head and laying on either side. Dyspnea at rest abated after a few weeks. Still experience dyspnea on exertion. Slow to clot; experienced occasional nose bleed, but easily controlled with pressure. Same out-of-pocket cost of Plavix and Brilinta (zero)."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 10 years or more
• September 26, 2017

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Prevention of Atherothrombotic Events "I had 1 stent placed March 2017. put on Brilinta 90 mg twice a day with baby aspirin in the morning. Shortness of breath started a week and 1/2 into cardio rehab. Was told as long as I could handle the shortness of breath it was more important to continue taking the drug. I called cardiologist about an inhaler. This time I am told that is for my primary to deal with. I am tired always, nap almost daily and now am anaemic. The anaemia adds to the shortness of breath and fatigue. I have also developed PICA. All I want to eat are dry rolled oats. I assume for the starch because it sure isn't for the taste. I can't wait for my one year to be over. The upper and lower GI I now have coming up are not what I planned on."

• Warren
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 8, 2023

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Coronary Artery Disease "In my opinion, this is an extremely dangerous drug with only a 1% benefit over aspirin alone. By Brilinta's own admission, it has double the chance of a bleed event leading to mortality. According to AstaZenica, the manufacturer of Brilinta, I can not have my tequila or a glass of wine with family dinners. I can not take Turmeric or any NSAID for relief of Sciatic pain. aspirin ibuprofen (such as Nurofen) naproxen (such as Naprosyn) diclofenac (such as Voltaren) celecoxib (such as Celebrex). I am now short of breath, depressed because I can not be active and no longer relish living."

• Stone...
• November 7, 2017

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Prevention of Atherothrombotic Events "I had a stent installed in right ventricle at 80% blockage. And then I was put on Brilinta for 1+ year. Minimal problems. Minor bruising in last few weeks. Minor bleeding early on. Can't tell if it's affecting breathing since I'm also on other meds (statin, metoprolil, lisiniprol ... pardon spelling errors). I was a runner, now am walk/jogger...a few miles/day, few times a week. Still experience some pressure/breathing occurrences during first few minutes, then I walk, and restart jogging. After a while (10-15 minutes, about a mile) this tends to go away and I can jog a little longer. No way to determine if any of the meds contribute to this. I look forward to stopping Brilinta very soon. Hope it helps the breathing/pressure but am pessimistic"

• LAD...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 4, 2023

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Acute Coronary Syndrome "Entered CCU with 95% blockage in LAD. Stent placement, prescribed Brilinta 90mg 2x daily with daily 81mg aspirin, Statin & BP med. I've been taking Brilinta for 18 months, tired all the time lately, and concerned about bleeding effects with long-term use. I did have an episode where my heart was skipping beats, requiring an ER visit, but no cause was determined. Brilinta information sheet states that the 90mg dose is for the first year following a PCI event, so I'll follow up with the cardiologist to see about switching to aspirin only."

• kitsign
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 25, 2023

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Heart Attack "After three coronary artery bypass grafts (CABG) and a stent, I was on Brilinta for 2 months. I had shortness of breath that got worse and worse to the point that I was not functional. I couldn't breathe the moment it was hot outside. This would last hours. This was the worse of the 4 blood thinners that I have been switched to. All the doctors think this one has the best results so if you can handle it, try to stay on."

• Jman
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 27, 2020

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Coronary Artery Disease "My experience with this Brilinta drug is much like the others that are negative. This drug made me so irritable and anxious. It kept me up most of the night after my second dose of 90 mg. I felt totally separated from myself and confused. The side effect list is as long as your arm. I called my Dr. the next day after a miserable night and he switched my to plavix. No apparent problems as of yet. I will never take this particular medicine again. Besides it's expensive IF you can even afford it."

• scots...
• June 29, 2020

For Heart Attack "I had a heart attack and two stents nearly 3 months ago. Was on ASA, Ticagrelor, Crestor, Bisoprolol, Ramipril and Tecta. After one month of bad side effects I was reduced to Asa, Ticagrelor, Tecta and the occasional Crestor. Since the beginning the bad side effects have been tightness in chest, trouble getting deep breath, occasional blood in stool and chronic cramps and diarrhea, occasional blood in sinuses, anxiety, heart palpitations, raw throat and esophagus, stomach pain and constant indigestion , fatigue and easily bruise. This is ticagrelor (Brilanta) without a doubt and it is becoming scary thinking of how it is hurting my body. Time for a change in this med."

• Barne...
• April 5, 2020

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Heart Attack "Taking Brilinta now legs, back and arms all sore and don’t function well. I feel as though I have M.S. can’t walk without pain and even lying in bed pain persists. I have plavix but was switch because of possible hives. What do I do"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 21, 2023

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Heart Attack "I had 4 stents placed at the start of September and took Brilinta for 4 months. I experience bruising all over, had various lower back pains and noticing a froth in my urine. This on top of the cost led me to ask my cardiologist to switch my medication and I am now on Plavix. All the issues I had has improved or gone away and I have saved close to $400/month as Plavix is cheaper."

• Bumbl...
• October 8, 2020

For Heart Attack "Insisted on being taken off Ticagrelor after 7 months due to shortness of breath but also numerous sore throat and gullet incidences. Now have had 3 over three months of being treated for really bad anxiety attacks - especially on waking. Still suffering bad throats too. Would be interested to know of any similar sufferers."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 29, 2022

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Coronary Artery Disease "I really don't like the bruising and bleeeding from small cuts. My main complaint is being dizzy every day with loss of equilibrium. I can't take how this feels and will not be on It for long! I had one illeac stent and one coming on my femoral next. Cigarettes and I'm type two diabetic so claudication of these arteries are bad at 95%."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 11, 2023

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Acute Coronary Syndrome "Great experience, no problem. I feel great. I have been on Brilinta 60mg for over 3 years and I am so thankful that this drug works for me. I have had no side effects. I will recommend this treatment to anyone that has heart conditions. It has helped me to continue to live a happy life."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 14, 2022

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Myocardial Infarction, Prophylaxis "I had a MI in November, 99% blockage in the main artery. A stent was placed and I started taking 90MG of Brilinta twice a day. Other than random bruising which has not been painful, I haven't had any shortness of breath. I have asthma but have not had any flare-ups since starting the medication. I lived a very inactive lifestyle. I have changed my lifestyle. Lost 35 pounds and walk up to 2 miles a day. I do have mild joint pain but nothing unbearable. I have been on it for 8 Months."

• Sarah
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 11, 2023

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Heart Attack "I had a widowmaker heart attack with a 100 percent blockage. I had a stent placed and I was put on Brilinta and Asa. I have been on them for over a year and I have anxiety about stopping the Brilinta. I have shortness of breath with exertion, but not at rest so I do not really think it's from the Brilinta. I believe it has treated me well and I am thankful for it."

• carol...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 29, 2021

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Heart Attack "After a month taking Brilinta I was so short of breath that even bending over caused me to huff and puff. I thought I had heart failure and went to the ER. This is a very costly medication with many side effects, the shortness of breath being common! I should have been alerted about that common problem when the drug was prescribed! I paid $ 340 for another month's supply and now am stuck with the unopened container. Plavix appears to have many less side effects and is cheap compared to this new drug. My Rx has been changed to Plavix."

• Diana
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 26, 2021

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Heart Attack "After suffering a widow maker heart attack in October 2020 I was put on ticagrelor twice daily with dispersible aspirin. Sometimes I feel I have to gulp for air and I cannot sleep for long periods, waking two or three times during the night. The most distressing side effects for me is the painful heavy bruising. I checked this morning and I have total of 15 bruises. They are all really painful with red swollen lumps in the center. My cardiologist has insisted that I remain on this medication to prevent another serious heart attack."

• alpin...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 6, 2021

Brilinta (ticagrelor) for Coronary Artery Disease "Had 2 stents inserted and given Plavix. On 6th day developed a rash on right hip, buttock and groin - hundreds of tiny red bloody spots. Switched to Brilinta. Rash disappeared. About 10 days after initial dose of Brilinta had occasional spontaneous but limited bleeding on legs, arms, back. This stopped after about 2 weeks."