Clopidogrel Tablets
Clopidogrel tablets for preventing heart attacks and strokes. It irreversibly stops platelets from clumping together, so the effect lasts for the life of the cell.
- Category
- Blood Thinners
- Active ingredient
- Clopidogrel
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 75mg
The exact manufacturer offered is confirmed by the fulfilment partner before supply.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Clopidogrel Tablets vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Clopidogrel Tablets details
- Conditions
- Myocardial Infarction · Stroke Prevention · Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Alternative names
- plavix
- Therapeutic class
- P2Y12 Platelet Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Antiplatelet Agent
- Contraindications
- active pathological bleeding
- Minor side effects
- nosebleeds; easy bruising
- Moderate side effects
- rash; diarrhoea; headache
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Onset Time
- 2 hours
- Duration
- 5–7 days
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Aspirin; Omeprazole; NSAIDs
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults.
Serious side effects
severe bleeding, requires immediate medical attention; thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Clopidogrel tablets for preventing heart attacks and strokes. It irreversibly stops platelets from clumping together, so the effect lasts for the life of the cell.
Mechanism of action
Irreversibly inhibits ADP binding to platelet receptors, preventing platelet cross-linking and subsequent clot growth.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Suitability during pregnancy depends on the specific medicine and individual circumstances. Confirm with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
What you will receive
Clopidogrel Tablets is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Clopidogrel, rather than under a brand.
- The fulfilment partner confirms the offered manufacturer and product before supply.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form and pack shown at checkout before confirming an order.