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Are There Any Side Effects Of Taking Plavix?

Hi, my dad has started taking Plavix five days ago and he has a long flight (2 days) to come to Australia in next 10 days. my question is that is it dangerous as we are not sure about the side effects of this medicine for him? should we cancel his travel? thanks
Mon, 27 Apr 2015
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Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.

It is not dangerous at all. Plavix or clopidogrel is a drug that is given to prevent clotting of platelets . It inhibits blood clots in coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, and to prevent myocardial infarction (heart attack).




Infrequent side effects of Plavix:
Bleeding of the Stomach or Intestines
Hemorrhage
Nosebleed
Eczema
Itching
Rash

There is no need to cancel the flight.

Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.

Wishing your dad's good health.

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Are There Any Side Effects Of Taking Plavix?

Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. It is not dangerous at all. Plavix or clopidogrel is a drug that is given to prevent clotting of platelets . It inhibits blood clots in coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, and to prevent myocardial infarction (heart attack). Infrequent side effects of Plavix: Bleeding of the Stomach or Intestines Hemorrhage Nosebleed Eczema Itching Rash There is no need to cancel the flight. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Wishing your dad s good health.