Description
Composition Clopidogrel (75mg)
Substitutes Clopitab Tablet, Clopitet Tablet, Deplatt Tablet, Clavix Tablet, Clopivas Tablet.,
Shipping class Room Temperature
Medicine Overview of Plavix 75mg Tablet
Uses of Plavix 75mg Tablet
Plavix Tablet is used for prevention of blood clots. It decreases the chances of having another heart attack or stroke from a disease related to your heart or blood vessels.
Plavix 75mg Tablet side effects
Common
Increased bleeding tendency
How to use Plavix 75mg Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Plavix Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Plavix 75mg Tablet works
Plavix Tablet is an antiplatelet medication. It works by preventing platelets from sticking together which decreases the formation of harmful blood clots. This lowers the chance of heart attack or stroke.
In Depth Information on Plavix 75mg Tablet
Expert advice for Plavix 75mg Tablet
- You have been prescribed Plavix Tablet to help prevent blood clots.
- For best results, take it at the same time every day.
- Plavix Tablet increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, or using sharp objects.
- Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.
- If you are going to have a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Plavix Tablet temporarily.
Plavix 75mg Tablet related warnings
Special precautions for Plavix 75mg Tablet
Alcohol
caution
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE
Plavix Tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
Plavix Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.
Driving
safe
Plavix Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
There is limited information available on the use of Plavix Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
There is limited information available on the use of Plavix Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you miss a dose of Plavix 75mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Plavix Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
