Q: should a person stop taking plavis when they start using a jacuzzi. Will taking plavix and using the jacuzzi caus a problem?
Hi Old Fox,
Plavis is a blood thinner and when it's combined with the heat of a hot tub/jacuzzi your risk for dizziness or nausea are increased since your blood vessels will dilate and blood pressure decrease. I recommend discussing with your physician to determine if you can safely use the jacuzzi in your situation. May simply be a matter of trial and error to see how you respond to the heat or your physician may want to alter your plavix use.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
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