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Could Plavix Cause Burning In Chest And Arms After Having A Stent?

Hello, I had a stent put in on 17of November, the one thing that continues to bother is a burning in my chest , and arms, this causes a hot sensation , with picky feeling. Had a nuke test which came out good, but still have this same problem which no one can answer, could Plavix cause this? Thank you. Cindy
Sat, 21 Apr 2018
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Hello,

Clopidrogel is known to produce gastritis and ulcer issues enough to produce burning chest.

Addition of antacid would give best results.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
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Could Plavix Cause Burning In Chest And Arms After Having A Stent?

Hello, Clopidrogel is known to produce gastritis and ulcer issues enough to produce burning chest. Addition of antacid would give best results. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel