Generic name: clopidogrel [ kloe-PID-oh-grel ]
Brand name: Plavix
Dosage form: oral tablet (300 mg; 75 mg)
Drug class:Platelet aggregation inhibitors
What is clopidogrel?
Clopidogrel is used to lower your risk of having a stroke, blood clot, or serious heart problem after you've had a heart attack, severe chest pain (angina), or circulation problems.
Clopidogrel may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use clopidogrel if you have any active bleeding such as a stomach ulcer or bleeding in the brain.
Clopidogrel increases your risk of bleeding, which can be severe or life-threatening. Call your doctor or seek emergency medical attention if you have bleeding that will not stop, if you have blood in your urine, black or bloody stools, or if you cough up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
Do not stop taking clopidogrel without first talking to your doctor, even if you have signs of bleeding. Stopping clopidogrel may increase your risk of a heart attack or stroke.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use clopidogrel if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
any active bleeding; or
a stomach ulcer or bleeding in the brain (such as from a head injury).
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
an ulcer in your stomach or intestines; or
a bleeding disorder or blood clotting disorder.
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