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Can effient be used instead of plavix if patient is bad metabolizer for stroke prevention. history of ischemic stroke and tia ???

Q: can effient be used instead of plavix if patient is bad metabolizer for stroke prevention. history of ischemic stroke and tia ???

: Effient,like plavix, is an effective antiplatelet agent and is used in acute coronary syndromes. My impression is that it's more potent than plavix. Your treating physician is best to advise you about your using it instead of plavix.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Effient,like plavix, is an effective antiplatelet agent and is used in acute coronary syndromes. My impression is that it's more potent than plavix. Your treating physician is best to advise you about your using it instead of plavix.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 2/13/2023

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A member asked:

Can effient be used instead of plavix if patient is bad metabolizer for stroke prevention. history of ischemic stroke and tia ???

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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