Taking Plavix: How to Crush & Mix with Tea for Easier Consumption

Plavix, a prescription drug helpful in preventing blood clots, may be crucial for a patient to take. But, some people find it difficult to swallow pills. In order for a patient to take Plavix, they may need to crush the pill and mix it into a liquid, such as tea. Fortunately, this is very simple to do and the patient should easily be able to drink this concoction.

Things You'll Need

• Plavix pills
• Plastic bag
• Meat tenderizer
• Tea

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Instructions

• 1

  Place Plavix pills in small plastic snack bag.

• 2

  Lay bag on a hard countertop. If surface is likely to be dented, place something such as a cutting board over the surface to protect it.

• 3

  Hit the Plavix pills with the smooth side of a meat tenderizer. Keep hitting the pills until they are crushed finely.

• 4

  Add crushed pills to tea and serve.