Can my mother, who has diabetes and high blood pressure, safely continue taking her blood thinner Clopitorva 10 as usual after receiving her first dose of the Covishield vaccine?
Yes, your mother can safely continue taking Clopitorva 10 (clopidogrel and atorvastatin) as prescribed after her Covishield vaccine. It is very important not to stop her blood pressure, diabetes, or blood-thinning medications, as doing so could pose serious health risks. Because Clopitorva contains a blood-thinning component, she may be slightly more prone to bruising or minor bleeding at the injection site. To help prevent this, simply apply firm, continuous pressure to her arm at the injection site for 5 to 10 minutes after the shot without rubbing. Monitor her for typical, mild vaccine side effects, and contact her healthcare provider if you have any concerns.
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Can my mother, who has diabetes and high blood pressure, safely continue taking her blood thinner Clopitorva 10 as usual after receiving her first dose of the Covishield vaccine?
