Question 1

does plavix induced ttp always present with a low platelet count ?

Accepted Answer

: By definition, the platelet count will always be low when TTP is present. There also could be evidence of other organ damage, such as kidneys, neurologic abnormalities, heart problems or anemia, among others. if you think you have drug-induced TTP, contact your doctor immediately. Good luck.

Question 2

is plavix recommended over aspirin for anti platelet?

Accepted Answer

: It is not a do-it-yourself matter. You should consult your doctor to see if you need either one.

Question 3

does plavix (clopidogrel) and asprin lower your platlet count?

Accepted Answer

Plavix (clopidogrel) and asa: Plavix (clopidogrel) and Aspirin will poison platelet reactivity but it shouldn't lower the platelet count.

Question 4

intermediate cyp2c19 metabolizer. taking plavix 75 mg. does this mean i require a higher dose than normal or i may need a different anti platelet altogether ?

Accepted Answer

: It is better to take a different anti-platelet agent.

Question 5

if i have cyp 2c19 poor metabolizer can increasing plavix dose overcome this or will it just never reach the anti platelet affect desired?

Accepted Answer

: Your should be switched to  prasugrel (effient) or ticagrelor (brilinta).

Question 6

can lexapro (escitalopram) be taken with plavix, 81mg asprin and 5 mg lisiniprol? i read it may incr. ssri levels and anti platelet effects. what does that mean?

Accepted Answer

Use with caution: As with all meds, use is determined by balancing benefits against potential adverse rxns. You're right on both counts: there is incr. Ssri levels and more anti-platelet effect. Beware of abn. Bleeding/bruising. Hyperreflexia and tremor can occur. Rarely, more serious effects like anxiety, agitation, tachycardia and altered thinking (serotonin sydrome).

Question 7

does normal adamsts13 and normal platelet count rule out ttp from plavix ? is a blood smear , coombs and ldh required ?

Accepted Answer

: Normal platelet count rules out Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura. Thrombocytopenic means low platelet count. Take care.

Question 8

while on plavix 75mg although i have spine cancer my platelet count is 460 over the range 150-410 am i at risk what can gp do
to help reduce to normal?

Accepted Answer

Elevated platelets: You will likely be referred to hematology if the platelets need to be decreased. It depends on the etiology and usually GP does not treat this.

Question 9

whether new oral anticoagulant drugs (pradaxa 150 2x/day) may be combined with anti-platelet drugs (plavix (clopidogrel) 75 mg/day)?? i'm in af also cad??

Accepted Answer

Yes: be carful about bleeding because there is no antidote for these new agents.

Question 10

do antiphospholipid syndrome and sticky platelet syndrome inherited? how can i get both at once? is it curable? i'm taking plavix (clopidogrel) and xarelto for dvt.

Accepted Answer

Best  to ask your MD: THERE ARE  GENETIC  RISK FACTORS BUT WITHOUT KNOWING THE DETAILS OF YOU CASE  IT IS  HARD TO ANSWER. YOU NEED TO ASK YOUR  PHYSICIAN.

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Does plavix induced ttp always present with a low platelet count ?

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Is plavix recommended over aspirin for anti platelet?

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Does plavix (clopidogrel) and asprin lower your platlet count?

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Intermediate cyp2c19 metabolizer. taking plavix 75 mg. does this mean i require a higher dose than normal or i may need a different anti platelet altogether ?

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If i have cyp 2c19 poor metabolizer can increasing plavix dose overcome this or will it just never reach the anti platelet affect desired?

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Can lexapro (escitalopram) be taken with plavix, 81mg asprin and 5 mg lisiniprol? i read it may incr. ssri levels and anti platelet effects. what does that mean?

A member asked:

Does normal adamsts13 and normal platelet count rule out ttp from plavix ? is a blood smear , coombs and ldh required ?

A member asked:

While on plavix 75mg although i have spine cancer my platelet count is 460 over the range 150-410 am i at risk what can gp do to help reduce to normal?

A member asked:

Whether new oral anticoagulant drugs (pradaxa 150 2x/day) may be combined with anti-platelet drugs (plavix (clopidogrel) 75 mg/day)?? i'm in af also cad??

A member asked:

Do antiphospholipid syndrome and sticky platelet syndrome inherited? how can i get both at once? is it curable? i'm taking plavix (clopidogrel) and xarelto for dvt.

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