Clopidogrel Bisulfate
Clopidogrel Bisulfate is an antiplatelet medication that helps prevent blood clots by inhibiting platelet aggregation. It is commonly used in patients with a history of cardiovascular events such as heart attack or stroke, as well as those with certain heart rhythm disorders or peripheral arterial disease.
An antiplatelet drug used to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular events by preventing blood clots.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 236991
- Generic
- Clopidogrel Bisulfate
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Prevents blood clots in patients with recent heart attack, stroke, or peripheral arterial disease; used alongside aspirin after certain heart procedures or in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
Acts as a P2Y12 receptor antagonist, blocking ADP-mediated platelet activation and aggregation, thereby reducing the ability of blood platelets to clump together and form clots.
May increase bleeding risk; always inform healthcare providers before any surgical procedures; genetic variations can affect drug metabolism and effectiveness; do not discontinue without medical advice as this may increase cardiovascular risk.
Official drug label
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