Plavix

Plavix, also known as clopidogrel, is a type of medication used to reduce the risk of a recurring heart attack or stroke in patients who have already experienced a heart attack or stroke, or in patients with other blood circulation problems.

This type of medication works by preventing specific cells in the blood from clumping together. If the blood can flow easily (without any clumps) the odds of the patient experiencing a heart attack or stroke are lowered.

Plavix is taken orally in the form of tablets. Your dosages will depend on your doctor and the prescription outlined for you.

Common side effects associated with Plavix include abdominal pain, leg cramps, nausea, mental depression, numbness or tingling, difficulty sleeping, extreme tiredness, and an over weakness in the body.

Plavix may occasionally be prescribed for other purposes, as directed by your doctor.

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I have recently been hospitalized for respiratory illness only to learn I was bleeding internally and immediately 3 litres of blood transfused. I was prescribed Protonix, 40 mg. bid. and high dosages of iron. My vascular physician has me taking 75 mg. of Plavix once per day due to mini-strokes. How does this work in conjunction with internal bleeding? Is it safe? Please help. One physician will not override another physicians decisions here. I desparately need a common sense answer. Sincerely, Stormy
Posted on 10/31/2008 12:10:00 AM by Anonymous
We do need a generic for Plavix. I take too many other meds and I can't afford Plavix
Posted on 6/11/2008 6:24:00 PM by Anonymous