Plavix
Formulated to target platelet aggregation, indicated to mitigate the risk of stroke and heart attack.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Clopidogrel
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 75mg
Plavix details
- Conditions
- Atherothrombotic Events · Myocardial Infarction · Stroke · Ischemic Stroke · Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Therapeutic class
- Antiplatelet Agent
- Pharmacological class
- Thienopyridine Antiplatelet
- Minor side effects
- bruising; epistaxis; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
- gastrointestinal haemorrhage; haematoma; dyspepsia
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Sanofi
- Onset Time
- 2 hours
- Duration
- 7–10 days
- Storage instructions
- Store in original packaging.
- Drug interactions
- warfarin; omeprazole; aspirin
- Age restrictions
- Not for children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Not recommended. Breastfeeding: Discontinue use or avoid treatment.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to clopidogrel; active pathological bleeding; severe hepatic impairment
Precautions and warnings
stop treatment before planned surgery; report any unusual bleeding; monitor for signs of bruising
Serious side effects
thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, requires immediate medical attention; intracranial haemorrhage, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Formulated to target platelet aggregation, indicated to mitigate the risk of stroke and heart attack.
Mechanism of action
Clopidogrel is a prodrug that irreversibly inhibits the P2Y12 subtype of ADP receptors on blood platelets. This prevents platelet activation and aggregation, reducing the formation of clots in the bloodstream.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Plavix
Plavix is the original brand of clopidogrel, a medication designed to reduce the risk of atherothrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke. Available as 75mg tablets, the medication assists in preventing blood platelets from adhering to one another to help maintain stable blood flow for long-term health management.
Buying Plavix online
Plavix is registered across 14 markets, including Hong Kong, Thailand and Malaysia, with supply chains also covering the Philippines, Indonesia and Taiwan. Generic clopidogrel, often produced in India, offers a more affordable alternative to the original Sanofi brand. Many expats across the region order these supplies through our secure platform for reliable home delivery, ensuring consistent access to their regular dosage regardless of their specific location.