Plavix - Clopidogrel - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Plavix.
• Plavix
• klo-PIDD-oh-grell

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to help prevent heart attacks, strokes and other problems caused by narrowed blood vessels ("hardening of the arteries").

Read Before Using Plavix (precautions)

• Before using this drug, tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• If you are currently taking aspirin, consult your doctor promptly and ask if you should continue or stop taking aspirin with this medication for your specific condition (for example, aspirin and clopidogrel may be used in combination after a coronary stent procedure).
• If you are not currently taking aspirin, consult your doctor before starting aspirin for any medical condition.
• Check the labels on all your medicines because they may contain pain relievers/fever reducers (NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, naproxen, or aspirin).
• Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of those products while taking clopidogrel.
• Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you use, especially of.

Possible Side Effects

• Stomach pain, diarrhea, headache or dizziness might occur.
• If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
• Unlikely but report promptly.

Plavix Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from sunlight and moisture.

Plavix Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medicine with others.
• Inform all doctors and dentists involved in your care about your use of this drug.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medicine as directed, generally once daily by mouth, with or without food.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.