Plavix Questions (Page 2)

Do oranges interact with drugs?

What happens if I stop using Plavix immediately?

Is is necessary to take (3) different blood pressure medicines?

My husband is taking Carvedilol, Lisinopril and Spironolactone. I am concerned about the side effects of taking so many medicines. He is also taking Atorvastatin, Warfarin, and Plavix.

When using Plavix, do we need to check INR or any other factor frequently?

when we use warfarin we check the INR frequently, should we do the same with Plavix

Plavix - Will Side Effects Go Away?

I just started taking Plavix after having a stent placed for leg swelling a few days ago. I am having some shortness of breath and mild pain in my chest but tolerable. I get winded if I walk more than 100 feet. Will these side effects go away as my body gets used to the med or are they here to stay?

Facing Gall Bladder removal without stopping my Plavix (blood thinner)?

I'd been having "chest pains" since June of 2016. After repeated ER visits, a catherization was done to find a blockage of 80%. A stent was placed, but the pains continued. They were quite severe at times. After numerous GI tests, they found my gall bladder was "inflamed and... read more

Does Plavix cause bruising?

I am on Plavix because I am in A-fid at all time, but I have had a lot of bruises on my body is the Plavix causing this problem.

Can 75 mg of Plavix side effects leave you tired & no energy. Can I divide it in two?

I had a Tia 4 months ago. It lasted 24 hours & I lost movement in left arm & leg. I wondered if a Tia leaves you without energy. I have lost my energy to golf & I tire easily when I go for a walk. I also sleep a lot. Is this side effects of taking Plavix. I felt pretty good before... read more

Are their any anti inflammatory medications that you can take with Plavix?

I know that you cannot take aspirin or nsaids with Plavix, but I have a knee that is often swollen. Also, I just broke my nose. I need something besides ice. Is there anything I can take?

Plavix - Can you break the pill in half and take it 2 times a day?

Bleeding Disorder - What is a safest blood thinner to take when you have stomach ulcers ??

I have two heart stents and have been taking plavix for 5 years to prevent stents from blocking. Have had three hospitalization due to bleeding from my stomach ulcers. What are the safest blood thinners or alternative treatments to use for people with stomach ulcers ??

Can I take alcohol, like wine and scotch while on Plavix?

Can Plavix cause tiredness?

New to Plavix and am feeling very tired.

How can I change the time of day I take Plavix?

My husband was hospitalized after a heart attack and they started him on Plavix and they would give it in the mornings. Now that he’s been released he prefers to take it at night as it will be easier to remember and be consistent. Our strategy was to take it 15 minutes later every day to... read more

What pain meds can I take on Plavix?