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Plavix
Uses:
Plavix is used to help prevent heart attacks, strokes and other problems
caused by narrowed blood vessels ("hardening of the arteries").
How to Take:
Take this medicine as directed, generally once daily by mouth, with or
without food.
Side Effects:
Stomach pain, diarrhea, headache or dizziness might occur. If these effects
persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Unlikely but report promptly:
black stools, "coffee-ground" appearing vomit, chest pain, swelling,
unusual bleeding or bruising. Very unlikely but report promptly: fever,
persistent sore throat, mood changes, vision problems, fainting. An allergic
reaction to Plavix is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if
it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, dizziness,
trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact
your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions:
Before using Plavix, tell your doctor your medical history, especially
of: allergies (especially drug allergies), ulcers, abnormal bleeding or
blood disorders, serious injury, recent surgery, liver disease. Limit
alcohol intake, as it may aggravate certain side effects of this medicine,
especially stomach bleeding. Use caution operating machinery or performing
hazardous tasks as this medicine can cause dizziness. Tell your doctor
if you are pregnant before using this medication. It is not known whether
Plavix is excreted into breast milk. Breast-feeding is not recommended
while using this medicine. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Drug Interactions:
Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you
use, especially of: aspirin, NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen), blood
thinners (e.g., warfarin, heparin), phenytoin, tamoxifen, tolbutamide,
torsemide, fluvastatin. Some conditions may be treated with clopidogrel
in combination with aspirin if so directed. Consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Overdose:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or
emergency room immediately.
Notes:
Do not share this medicine with others. Inform all doctors and dentists
involved in your care about your use of Plavix.
Missed Dose:
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the
time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing
schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Storage:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C)
away from sunlight and moisture.
NOTE: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute
for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other
healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the
use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult
your healthcare professional before taking the product. |
