Taking Plavix (Clopidogrel) during pregnancy, allergy warnings

Do not use this medication if you are allergic to clopidogrel, or if you have any active bleeding such as a stomach ulcer or bleeding in the brain (such as from a head injury).

Before taking clopidogrel, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:

• a bleeding or blood clotting disorder, such as hemophilia
• a history of stroke, including TIA ("mini-stroke")
• a stomach ulcer or ulcerative colitis
• liver disease; or
• kidney disease

If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take this medication.

FDA pregnancy category B. This medication is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known whether clopidogrel passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

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