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Plavix and Aspirin

Plavix is blood-thinning medication often recommended by doctors in conjunction with regular low-dose aspirin therapy to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. Despite its uses and benefits, Plavix has been recently shown to nearly double the likelihood of a heart attack, stroke, or other serious event in those with no history of serious health problems. Medical experts have concluded that those with only minor health problems like high blood pressure or high cholesterol should not take Plavix and aspirin but should stick to the use of aspirin alone.

If you or a loved one has been harmed by Plavix or a combination of Plavix and aspirin, you may be eligible to seek compensation for your losses including medical expenses, pain and suffering, and more. Please contact us today to speak with a qualified personal injury lawyer who can evaluate your claim and determine your eligibility to file a Plavix lawsuit.

Plavix and Aspirin: Risks vs. Benefits

A recent study has shown that the benefits of Plavix and aspirin use may not outweigh the risks. Sanofi-Aventis and Bristol-Myers Squibb, the drugs manufacturers, claimed that Plavix worked better than aspirin alone to prevent serious health events and also caused fewer ulcers and bleeding. Sadly, it appears that quite the opposite is true. Researchers have found that Plavix offers no benefit over low-dose aspirin therapy in the prevention of cardiac events in at-risk patients, and in fact, poses serious health risks.

Among the serious side effects and risks associated with Plavix are:

  • Gastrointestinal bleeding
  • Hemorrhaging
  • Ulcers
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Death

Your Legal Rights

The makers of Plavix have a legal obligation to provide healthcare professionals and consumers with adequate information regarding the drugs safety. Unfortunately, the initial warning label on Plavix failed to adequately warn of the risk of potentially fatal gastrointestinal bleeding in patients with a history of peptic ulcer disease. If you or a loved one has taken Plavix and aspirin or Plavix alone and suffered gastrointestinal bleeding or other serious side effect, you need to ensure that your legal rights are protected. Please contact us today for a free consultation with an experienced personal injury lawyer who will protect your legal rights, answer your questions, and determine the best course of action for you.

If you or someone you know has suffered severe harm from Plavix, it is important to consult with an experienced Plavix lawyer who can protect your legal rights and maximize your interests. Please contact us today to speak to a qualified attorney who will help you get the compensation you are entitled.

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