Plavix

Those who have experienced an event related to clot such as a chest pain related to heart or a heart attack or let’s say a stroke, are at a greater risk of another clot related attack. Apart from this, people who are found to be diagnosed with P.A.D (Peripheral Artery Disease) are also known to be at greater risk of experiencing a stroke or a heart attack. Such people who hold chances of another attack are given the medication of Plavix. Plavix helps protecting such people against heart attacks or strokes in future.

Plavix has the reputation of being an anti-platelet medicine researched the most. But before you begin with this medication it is important that you understand a few facts about Plavix. Those with the history of stomach ulcers or stomach bleeding must not use this drug. It is important that you inform your doctor regarding any such existing medical history. In fact it would be always better if you inform your doctor regarding all the other medications that you take on a routine base or you might tend to take. This includes aspirin as well. If you have been advised to take this medication do not stop its usage unless your doctor asks you to. This may leave you at a greater risk of experiencing a stroke or a heart attack. This medicine might not be as effective when taken along with some other medicines such as Prilosec. This again may prove to be harmful. So, we remind you again to inform your doctor regarding all your medications even if it is herbal or over the counter use. Apart from this some genetic factors might also act devil in such situations. Your doctor might perform some genetic tests on you before starting with the treatment so as to prevent any further complications.

There are at times cases of side effects being reported but it must be noted that everybody doesn’t respond the same way to a drug. It depends on other factors as well. If you experience any fever or any unexplained weakness, be quick enough to inform your doctor regarding it.