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Q: Plavix

My father in law is on plavix and has severe nose bleeds, also dark urine - is this normal?

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8/10/09 11:47am

Hi VDR,

 

Nose bleeds are a potential severe side effect of Plavix.  I recommend he contact his physician as soon as possible.  The medication may need to be discontinued.

 

All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD

Be Heart Healthy and Lose Weight

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10/ 9/09 1:00pm

Lisa -- Is there a generic medication for Palvix? It is so expensive!

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