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Plavix is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Heart Attack. Other than this, Plavix has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Plavix depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Plavix include Chest Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Plavix can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Plavix are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Plavix is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Plavix related warnings talks about Plavix's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Plavix can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Plavix in conditions like Bleeding, Peptic Ulcer. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Plavix contraindications section.
Besides this, Plavix may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Plavix is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Plavix is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Plavix safe for pregnant women?
Plavix can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Plavix, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Plavix safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Plavix for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Plavix on the Kidneys?
Plavix rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Plavix on the Liver?
Plavix can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Plavix on the Heart?
Plavix is rarely harmful for the heart.
Plavix should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Plavix unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Plavix habit forming or addictive?
Plavix does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Plavix since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Plavix only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Plavix is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Plavix
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Plavix to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Plavix
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Plavix with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Plavix (clopidogrel bisulfate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 630-631
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 335-336