Does Plavix cause a low platelet count?

Plavix does indeed cause you to have a low platelet count. This is also called thrombocytopenia and is the common effect of taking a "blood thinner" type medication. This is not really a side effect - it is the whole reason why you would take Plavix in the first place.

the dr told me that plavex makes platelets less sticky so they dont stick together, doesnt lower platelet count, is the dr right or wrong

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