Plavix Generic (Clopidogrel)
Plavix, is a brand name for the generic name Clopidogrel, which is a blood clot medication which works by preventing the platelets in the blood from clustering. Platelets are the substances begin in the blood that is responsible for coagulation. Due to the effect Plavix has on the blood, it is strongly recommended that you talk to your doctor afore you buy Plavix.
Serious side effects such as the following can occur:
- Vomiting
- Difficulty in breathing
- Weakening and Exhaustion
- Blood in the vomitus or in the stool
Seek emergency medical attention immediately if serious side effects occur.
Clopidogrel bisulfate is an antiplatelet drug, that is, a drug that inhibits the ability of platelets to clump together as part of a blood clot. It is similar to ticlopidine (Ticlid) in chemical structure and in the way it works. Unlike ticlopidine, clopidogrel bisulfate does not cause serious reductions of white cells in the blood and, therefore, routine blood testing to determine if the white blood cell count is low is not necessary during treatment. Clopidogrel bisulfate is used to reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes in these patients.
The generic name for Plavix is Clopidogrel. Clopidogrel is a blood clot medication which works by preventing the platelets in the blood from clustering. Platelets are the substances begin in the bloods that are responsible for coagulation.
Possible Side Effects of Plavix include:
- Blood in stools and excretions
- Headaches, blackout and or confusion
- Unexplainable and abnormal bleeding or bruises
- Nose Bleed
In some countries Clopidogrel may be marketed as: Antiplaq, Clodian, Iscover, Nabratin, Nefazan, Pleyar, Troken, Artevil, Iskimil, Cloflow, Clopact, Clopivas, Noklot, and Zyllt.
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