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| | 09/29/06 - 03:03 PM  
 
   
 
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Hi everyone, Which of the following is the best treatment for acute toxicity of Plavix (clopidogrel)? a) protamine b) vitamin k c) activated charcoal d) platelet transfusion e) gastric lavage
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| Allymd Forum Senior
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| | 09/29/06 - 03:58 PM  
 
   
 
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platelet transfusion
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| drugAddict Forum Newbie
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| | 09/29/06 - 05:31 PM  
 
   
 
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Correct ally. Patients have tolerated up to 1000mg as a single dose with no problems. Based on biological plausibility, platelet transfusion may be appropriate to reverse the pharmacological effects of clopidogrel if quick reversal is required.
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