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Is clopidogrel recommended for chf with a-fib? my mom is taking 75mg daily dose and can't figure out its real use!
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No: Coumadin (warfarin) or the new agents such as Pradaxa is recommended in patients with afib.
Answered 5/25/2015
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Plavix (clopidogrel) and afib: Clopidogrel is used in a fib for patients who are not candidate for Coumadin (warfarin) or the new agents to reduce risk of stroke.
Answered 7/11/2015
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