Brilinta
In stock
60mg · 90mg
from A$39.89
In brief
Brilinta contains ticagrelor. It reduces platelet clumping and is used to help prevent heart attacks and unstable angina in people who have had acute coronary syndrome.
What is Brilinta used for?
Brilinta contains ticagrelor. According to the Brilinta consumer medicine information, it is used to help prevent heart attacks and unstable angina in people who have had acute coronary syndrome. It works by reducing the clumping of platelets, which helps prevent dangerous blood clots.
This listing shows ticagrelor 60 mg and 90 mg. It does not name the manufacturer of the tablets supplied, so check the label on the pack you receive and confirm with your prescriber or pharmacist that it matches your prescription.
Brilinta 90 mg and 60 mg
The Australian consumer information, from sponsor AstraZeneca, describes Brilinta as 90 mg tablets, both film-coated and orally dispersible. This page also lists a 60 mg strength. Take the strength and dose your doctor has prescribed, regularly and at the same times each day.
Do not stop Brilinta on your own
The consumer information says not to stop taking Brilinta without talking to your doctor.
Who should not take Brilinta
- People with bleeding problems, such as bleeding in the stomach or gut from an ulcer
- People with severe liver disease
- Anyone who has had a bleeding stroke
- People taking ketoconazole, clarithromycin, nefazodone, ritonavir or atazanavir
Brilinta and bleeding
Brilinta increases the risk of bleeding, particularly with surgery or dental work. Medicines that add to this risk include anti-inflammatory painkillers (NSAIDs), some anticoagulants and SSRI antidepressants.
Brilinta side effects
Shortness of breath is a common side effect, reported in more than 10% of people. Brilinta may also cause a slow or irregular heart rate.
Storage
The Brilinta consumer information advises keeping the tablets below 30 °C in the original blister pack, away from moisture and heat. Follow the storage directions on the pack you receive.
Brilinta price: compare pack sizes
Compare packs of the same strength. These examples are for 90 mg and are calculated from the listed prices at the shop’s Australian-dollar rate on 7 October 2026, before delivery or other checkout charges.
| Strength | Pack size | Pack price | Price per tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 mg | 14 | A$91.67 | A$6.55 |
| 90 mg | 56 | A$201.98 | A$3.61 |
| 90 mg | 168 | A$439.79 | A$2.62 |
At 90 mg, the 56 pack costs about 44.9% less per tablet than the 14 pack, and the 168 pack about 60.0% less.
A lower price per tablet means a larger upfront payment. Choose only the quantity and strength appropriate to your prescription, and check the expiry date. Prices can change, so confirm the current pack price before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
What is the generic name for Brilinta?
Ticagrelor.
Can Brilinta cause shortness of breath?
Yes. It is a common side effect, reported in more than 10% of people.
Can I take Brilinta with NSAIDs?
The consumer information says NSAIDs increase the risk of bleeding with Brilinta.
Delivery across Australia
Airmail service: delivery in 14–22 days, free on orders over A$286.52. Trackable service: delivery in 7–14 days, with the tracking number sent by email. These are estimated delivery times, not guaranteed arrival dates.
Australian cities and delivery information
The Australian delivery options above apply to the destinations below. A city listing does not indicate a physical pharmacy branch or local stock.
| City | State or territory |
|---|---|
| Sydney | New South Wales |
| Melbourne | Victoria |
| Brisbane | Queensland |
| Perth | Western Australia |
| Adelaide | South Australia |
| Hobart | Tasmania |
| Gold Coast | Queensland |
| Canberra | Australian Capital Territory |
| Cairns | Queensland |
| Central Coast | New South Wales |
| Townsville | Queensland |
| Darwin | Northern Territory |
| Newcastle | New South Wales |
| Geelong | Victoria |
| Gladstone | Queensland |
| Port Macquarie | New South Wales |
| Bathurst | New South Wales |
| Forbes | New South Wales |
| Geraldton | Western Australia |
| Goulburn | New South Wales |
