Clopidogrel Benefits & Uses

Clopidogrel is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Heart Attack

Other Benefits

Stroke
Blood Clotting Disorders
Peripheral Vascular Disease

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

Bleeding
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Peripheral Edema
Gastritis

Mild

Diarrhoea
पेट दर्द
Dyspepsia
Dizziness
Headache
Rash
Itching or burning
Vertigo

Common

Chest Pain

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?

Breastfeeding women can take Clopidogrel as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Clopidogrel on the Kidneys?

Clopidogrel rarely affects 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

Omeprazole

Moderate

Mild

Tolbutamide

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 -

Bleeding
Trauma
Peptic Ulcer
Aplastic Anemia
Infections
Liver Disease

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, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Clopidogrel as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Clopidogrel only as per medical advice.

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

Clopidogrel is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Clopidogrel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clopidogrel

Taking Clopidogrel with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Clopidogrel

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Clopidogrel.

Unknown