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Clopidogrel

An antiplatelet medicine that prevents dangerous blood clots.

Clinical information

Common uses

  • preventing clots after heart attack or unstable angina
  • preventing further strokes or mini-strokes
  • peripheral arterial disease
  • after coronary stent insertion

Common side effects

  • bleeding more easily (nosebleeds, bruising, heavier periods)
  • diarrhoea
  • stomach pain
  • indigestion or heartburn

Cautions

  • do not stop without talking to your doctor
  • tell your doctor about stomach ulcers or bleeding disorders
  • may need stopping before surgery or dental work
  • avoid grapefruit juice — makes it work less well

Interactions

  • other blood thinners (aspirin, warfarin, rivaroxaban, ticagrelor)
  • NSAIDs such as ibuprofen
  • SSRIs such as citalopram
  • omeprazole or esomeprazole (heartburn medicines)
  • St John's wort
  • epilepsy medicines such as carbamazepine

Pregnancy: not often recommended, but can be taken if needed

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: NHS Medicines A–Z, nhs.uk/medicines/clopidogrel (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations8

Brand nameDosage formStrengthImporterCategory
Clopi 75Tablet ( Film coated )75 mgPrime care investment Pvt LtdPOM
ClopitabTablet ( Film coated )75mgADK Pharmaceutical Company Pvt. LtdPOM
Clopivid Tablet 75mgTablet ( Film coated )75mgHeart Land PharmacyPOM
Medovix 75Tablet ( Film coated )75 mgMeditime Pvt LtdPOM
PlagerineTablet ( Film coated )75 mg (USP)ADK Pharmaceutical Company Pvt. LtdPOM
PlagrilTablet ( Film Coated )75 mgState Trading Organization PlcPOM
PLATCLEAR 75 mgTablet ( Film coated )75mgHealth and Glow Pvt LtdPOM
PlatfreeTablet ( Film coated )75mgADK Pharmaceutical Company Pvt. Ltd. And State Trading Organization PlcPOM
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