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How Long Should Plavix Be Taken Post Extraction Of Tooth?
I am taking plavix 75 mg daily and Asa 81 mg daily. I am having a series of teeth extractions. First. Shall I stop taking plavix and if so, how long can I stop taking it. Second how long shall I wait between extractions before going off the medication again. I had An MI in 1982. A CABG in 1995and have two stents in my LAD. Distal and proximal.
Mon, 4 Apr 2016
Greetings regarding taking plavix following a tooth extraction I believe you should take it a minimum of 2 weeks reason due to bacteria infection which may cause a condition called infective endocarditis that may worsen your previous heart condition
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