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Clopid, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Heart Attack. The alternative uses of Clopid have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Clopid. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Clopid include Chest Pain. While these are the most often observed Clopid side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Clopid are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Clopid has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Clopid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Clopid related warnings section.
Clopid can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Clopid in conditions like Bleeding, Peptic Ulcer. Other contraindications of Clopid have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Clopid with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Clopid is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Clopid is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Clopid safe for pregnant women?
Clopid may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Clopid again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Clopid safe during breastfeeding?
Clopid may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clopid on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Clopid on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Clopid on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Clopid. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Clopid on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Clopid on the heart have been reported.
Clopid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clopid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clopid habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Clopid has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Clopid as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Clopid only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Clopid in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Clopid
Some foods when eaten with Clopid can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clopid
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Clopid.
This medicine data has been created by -
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