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I am on plavix and want to get another tattoo is it safe?
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You will have more and sustained bleeding due to Plavix.
Answered 5/16/2021
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To prevent excess bleeding and delayed clotting which could affect your tattoo, you would need to hold Plavix For 5 days. Is it worth the risk to you? Ask your doctor
Answered 7/5/2021
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