Buy Generic Plavix (clopidogrel)

Plavix, the brand name for clopidogrel, is used to prevent the platelets in your blood from clotting. Blood clots can cause heart attacks, strokes and other conditions.  You may be asked to start using Plavix (clopidogrel) if you recently had a heart attack or stroke; however Plavix is used to treat other conditions as well.

How to take Plavix (clopidogrel)

You should take Plavix with a full glass of water.  Avoid drinking alcohol while you take Plavix as this may make it more likely that you bleed internally.  At the same time you need to avoid sports and activities that can result in bruising or bleeding and also be careful to not cut yourself in daily activities.  Whether you buy generic Plavix or buy Plavix brand name boxes you should take care when taking it.

Always follow your doctor’s instructions carefully, do not stop taking Plavix unless your doctor tells you too.  You may also be asked to regularly go for blood tests to monitor any unwanted effects.

Interactions with other drugs

There are many medicines which influence the effects and efficacy of Plavix.  While this is not a comprehensive list, the following classes of drugs may adversely interact with Plavix: other medicines that work to prevent blood clots, some cancer medications, some stomach acid reducers, some anti-seizure medications, some HIV medicines as well as antifungal medication.

Keep in mind that Plavix may interact adversely with non-prescription medicine as well, including various over the counter medicines, vitamin supplements, and herbal medications.

If you are taking Plavix it is extremely important to consult with your doctor about any medicines you are taking currently and if you plan on taking any medication in the near future.

Side effects of Plavix (clopidogrel)

Plavix may cause allergic reactions.  You need to see emergency medical help if you experience symptoms of an allergic reaction, including hives, breathing difficulties and swelling of your tongue, throat, lips or face.
If you acquire any of the following symptoms you need to stop taking Plavix and call your doctor immediately: unusual bleeding of any nature including nose bleeds, bloody stools, blood in your urine and unusual vomiting.  Sudden numbness, weakness or headaches are also cause for concern and so is confusion, problems with balance, speech or vision, pale skin or jaundice and fever.  However this is not a comprehensive list and you should talk to your doctor if you experience any other unusual symptoms.

What you need to know about Plavix (clopidogrel)

Any drug that prevents clotting, including Plavix, changes the way your body responds to wounds or any other cause of bleeding.  This is because your blood is less likely to collegiate (clot).  You may find that you more easily bleed and that when you are bleeding the bleeding may not stop straight away or not stop at all.

It is therefore very important that you inform your doctor and other medical professionals involved before you undergo dental work or any surgery as any bleeding that would normally be contained will be much harder to contain if you are on Plavix.  Your doctor may advise that you stop taking Plavix for up to 5 days before any surgery or dental work and then to continue to buy Canadian Plavix and to take Plavix as previously prescribed.