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    🩸 Blood Thinners / AnticoagulantsTablet

    Plavix

    Clopidogrel

    Antiplatelet for heart attack and stroke prevention.

    Form

    Tablet

    Uses

    4

    Side effects

    4

    Category

    Blood

    01

    What is Plavix used for?

    • ACS
    • Stent placement
    • Stroke prevention
    • PAD
    02

    Clopidogrel side effects

    Common side effects of Clopidogrel include:

    Bleeding
    Bruising
    Headache
    Diarrhea
    CommonModerateLess common
    03

    Clopidogrel warnings & precautions

    • Reduced efficacy with omeprazole
    • CYP2C19 poor metabolizers

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    04

    Frequently asked questions

    05

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    Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the FDA openFDA database and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or pharmacist before starting or changing medication.