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Clopidogrel and bruising

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Helleboring · 09/07/2023 22:17

Hopefully a quick query
I had a suspected TIA last year. MRI showed a possible previous (tiny) stroke. Since then I've been on 75 mg Clopidogrel daily. Initially there was a lot of visible bruising, mainly on arms and legs. That calmed down, but this summer I have become very aware with bare arms and legs of the very large bruises wherever I bump up against anything.
Should I be worried, or is this totally as expected?

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MajorDanger · 09/07/2023 22:19

Really normal to bruise really easily.

‘The main side effect of clopidogrel is bleeding more easily than normal. You may have nosebleeds, heavier periods, bleeding gums or bruising. You can drink alcohol with clopidogrel. But do not drink too much while taking this medicine.’
https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/clopidogrel/#:~:text=The%20main%20side%20effect%20of,much%20while%20taking%20this%20medicine.

nhs.uk

Clopidogrel: an antiplatelet medicine to prevent blood clots

NHS medicines information on clopidogrel - what it’s used for, side effects, dosage and who can take it.

https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/clopidogrel/#:~:text=The%20main%20side%20effect%20of,much%20while%20taking%20this%20medicine.

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