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What Are The Repercussions Of Stopping Plavix?

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Posted on Sat, 3 Sep 2016
Question: My husband stopped his daily Plavix x 5 days now because of dental appt next week. can he resume the plavix soon after the dental appt?
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (8 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Sure he can resume soon after the appointment!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

Yes, he can start the plavix soon after the dental appointment unless there is some form of bleeding. As long as there is no bleeding or huge risk of bleeding, he can resume his drug. This was suspended just to make sure he doesn't run into bleeding during the surgery.

I hope this helps. I wish you well and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
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What Are The Repercussions Of Stopping Plavix?

Brief Answer: Sure he can resume soon after the appointment! Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. Yes, he can start the plavix soon after the dental appointment unless there is some form of bleeding. As long as there is no bleeding or huge risk of bleeding, he can resume his drug. This was suspended just to make sure he doesn't run into bleeding during the surgery. I hope this helps. I wish you well and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.