Blood in urine but no infection and health anxiety. A couple of years ago, I was treated for what I thought was a urine infection. However, no bacteria were ever found in the urine samples although there were traces of blood and leukocytes. This went on for a few months.
Plavix (clopidogrel) is in a class of medications known as platelet inhibitors. Plavix is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes. Plavix works by stopping the blood clots from forming that may lead to a heart attack or stroke. Aspirin is in a medication class called salicylates.
So a minor irritation of the lining of the stomach, which is often caused by NSAID use, can quickly become a dangerous bleed when the NSAID is coupled with Plavix. Acetaminophen, known to most as Tylenol, is the preferred pain reliever for anyone on a blood thinner such as Coumadin or Plavix. As with all medications, be sure to let your doctor know what over-the-counter medications you are taking.