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Plavix (clopidogrel) keeps the platelets in your blood from
coagulating (clotting) to prevent unwanted blood clots that can
occur with certain heart or blood vessel conditions. Plavix is
used to prevent blood clots after a recent heart attack or stroke,
and in people with certain disorders of the heart or blood
vessels. Plavix may also be used for other purposes not listed in
this medication guide. Contact your doctor or seek emergency
medical attention if you have bleeding that will not stop.
It may increase your risk of bleeding in your stomach or
intestines. You may need to stop using the medicine for at least 5
days before having surgery, to prevent excessive bleeding. Tell
your doctor about all other medicines you use to prevent blood
clots. Plavix is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby.
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combination in no way should be construed to indicate that the
drug or drug combination is safe, effective or appropriate for any
given patient. The information contained herein is not intended to
cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug
interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. If you have
questions about the drugs you are taking, check with your doctor,
nurse or pharmacist.
Avoid activities that may increase
your risk of bleeding or injury. Use extra care to prevent
bleeding while shaving or brushing your teeth. This is not a
complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your
doctor for medical advice about side effects.
Plavix can
be taken with or without food. Get your prescription refilled
before you run out of medicine completely. To be sure this
medicine is not causing harmful effects, your blood will need to
be tested often. Visit your doctor regularly.
You may
also have bleeding on the inside of your body, such as in your
stomach or intestines. Call your doctor at once if you have black
or bloody stools, or if you cough up blood or vomit that looks
like coffee grounds. These could be signs of bleeding in your
digestive tract. Avoid drinking alcohol.
Tell your
doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during
treatment. It is not known whether clopidogrel passes into breast
milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not take in larger or
smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the
directions on your prescription label.
Tell your doctor
about all medications you use. This includes prescription,
overthecounter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new
medication without telling your doctor. What does my medication
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Other brand or generic formulations may also
be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about
this medication, especially if it is new to you. Drug information
contained herein may be time sensitive. Multum's drug information
does not endorse drugs, diagnose patients or recommend therapy.
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Take the missed dose as
soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time
for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make
up the missed dose. Overdose symptoms may include vomiting,
feeling exhausted or short of breath, and blood in your stools or
vomit.
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