Post-Clopidogrel symptoms?

[Michael1966]

It's now 15 months since having an angioplasty and starting on Clopidogrel and other related meds.

The Clopidogrel prescription has now been stopped, as expected, on review by the Cardio nurse at my GP practice.

I have been off Clopidogrel for 2-3 weeks. However, I am now suddenly experiencing intermittent, brief aches in the upper left side of my chest. The frequency seems to be increasing.

Is this a consequence of Clopidogrel ceasing?

[Hidden]

Clopidogrel is an anti-platelet to prevent blood clots and in my view withdrawal from taking it is unlikely to cause chest pains. However if you are experiencing unexpected chest pains of any sort you should seek a professional opinion as in a GP or if the pains become significant go to A&E.

[Michael1966 in reply to Hidden]

Many thanks, will do.

[Hidden]

You should phone your GP about this straight away. If they cannot see you, go to your local A&E. Even though A&E may be crowded, heart patients are given priority. Don't take any such pain lightly. Good Luck!

[Michael1966 in reply to Hidden]

Many thanks, have booked a Cardio review.

[Hidden]

I actually noticed LESS chest paisn when i stopped after taking this drug 3 years (2 years longer than planned but the doc somehow forgot to stop it). Did you get checked out?