Clopidogrel



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  • Contains / Salt: Clopidogrel


Clopidogrel Information



Clopidogrel Benefits & Uses

Clopidogrel is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Clopidogrel Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Heart Attack
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 75 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Heart Attack
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 75 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Clopidogrel Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clopidogrel is used -

Moderate

Mild

Common

Clopidogrel Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Clopidogrel safe for pregnant women?


    Clopidogrel can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Clopidogrel, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Clopidogrel safe during breastfeeding?


    Clopidogrel may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Clopidogrel on the Kidneys?


    Clopidogrel may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Clopidogrel on the Liver?


    There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Clopidogrel. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Clopidogrel on the Heart?


    Clopidogrel is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Clopidogrel with Other Drugs

Clopidogrel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Clopidogrel Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clopidogrel unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Clopidogrel

  • Is this Clopidogrel habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Clopidogrel is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Clopidogrel since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Clopidogrel only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Clopidogrel is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Clopidogrel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Clopidogrel


    Some foods when eaten with Clopidogrel can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Clopidogrel


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Clopidogrel and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Plavix (clopidogrel bisulfate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 630-631

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 335-336

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