Plavix

About:

Plavix keeps blood platelets slippery and discourages formation of clots, thereby improving blood flow to your heart, brain, and body. The drug is prescribed to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and serious circulation problems in people with hardening of the arteries or unstable angina (dangerous chest pain), and in people who've already suffered a heart attack or stroke.

Because Plavix slows clotting, it will take longer than usual to stop bleeding. Be sure to report any unusual bleeding to your doctor immediately, and tell any doctor or dentist planning a procedure that you have been taking Plavix.

How Taken:

Take Plavix exactly as prescribed. You can take it with or without food. You should discontinue the drug 5 days before any kind of surgery.

Missed Dose:

Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take 2 doses at the same time.

Overdose:

Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose of Plavix, seek medical attention immediately.

Potential symptoms of Plavix overdose may include: difficulty breathing, exhaustion, stomach or intestinal bleeding, vomiting

Storage:

Store at room temperature.

Side Efeects:

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue using Plavix.

More common side effects may include: abdominal pain, back pain, bronchitis, bruising and bleeding under the skin, chest pain, coughing, depression, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, dizziness, fatigue, fluid retention and swelling, flu symptoms, headache, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, indigestion, inflammation of the nasal passages, itching, joint pain, nausea, pain, purple discoloration of skin, rash, upper respiratorytract infection, urinary tract infection

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