Peripheral Arterial Disease
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) occurs when fatty plaques build up inside the arteries that carry blood to the legs and feet. Blood flow slows, and tissues downstream receive less oxygen than they need. The most common sign is claudication, a cramping or aching in the calf, thigh, or buttock that comes on during walking and fades with rest. In more severe cases, pain may occur at rest, or sores on the feet may heal poorly.
Key points
- Fatty deposits build up inside leg arteries, cutting the blood supply reaching the feet and lower limbs.
- An aching or cramping sensation in the calf, thigh or buttock that begins during walking and settles with rest is the typical clue.
- Because narrowed vessels also invite clots, a medicine that stops platelets clumping together is a standard safeguard.
- A limb that suddenly turns cold, pale or numb needs emergency treatment straight away.
Reducing clot risk in PAD
The narrowed arteries of PAD also raise the risk of blood clots forming and blocking flow entirely. Antiplatelet medicines, which make platelets less likely to clump together, are a standard part of managing this risk. Clopidogrel is one of the most widely used antiplatelet agents for PAD. Alongside medication, stopping smoking, controlling blood pressure and blood sugar, and staying as physically active as possible all slow the disease’s progression. A doctor can assess whether intervention such as angioplasty is appropriate for more advanced cases.
If you notice a sudden cold, pale, or numb limb, seek emergency care immediately as this may indicate acute arterial blockage.
Further reading
What is peripheral arterial disease?
Peripheral arterial disease is a condition where fatty plaques build up inside the arteries that carry blood to the legs and feet. This slows blood flow, so tissues downstream receive less oxygen than they need.
What are the symptoms of peripheral arterial disease?
The most common sign is claudication, a cramping or aching in the calf, thigh, or buttock that comes on during walking and fades with rest. In more severe cases, pain may occur at rest, or sores on the feet may heal poorly.
How is peripheral arterial disease treated?
Antiplatelet medicines, which make platelets less likely to clump together, are a standard part of managing the raised clot risk. Stopping smoking, controlling blood pressure and blood sugar, and staying as physically active as possible all slow the disease's progression, and a doctor can assess whether intervention such as angioplasty is appropriate for more advanced cases.
Which treatments for peripheral arterial disease can I order?
The medicines listed for peripheral arterial disease contain clopidogrel. Examples include Plavix. Each product page lists the strengths and forms.
Can I buy medicines for peripheral arterial disease over the counter in Thailand?
Yes, online. Yasabai does not ask for a prescription to order medicines for peripheral arterial disease. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Where can I buy medicines for peripheral arterial disease online?
Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
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