Plavix - Antiplatelet Medication for Preventing Blood Clots

Plavix is a prescription medication classified as an antiplatelet drug, commonly used to prevent blood clots in individuals with cardiovascular diseases or those who have undergone certain medical procedures. It works by inhibiting platelet aggregation.
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Drug
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Available by prescription from healthcare providers
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Plavix FAQ


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What is Plavix clopidogrel used for?

Brand name: Plavix. Clopidogrel only comes in the form of a tablet you take by mouth. Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attack and stroke. It’s prescribed for people who have had a recent heart attack or stroke, or who have peripheral arterial disease (poor circulation in the legs).

What is Plavix used for?

Plavix prevents platelets in your blood from sticking together to form an unwanted blood clot that could block an artery. Plavix 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.

Is Plavix a prescription drug?

Plavix is a brand-name prescription drug. It’s approved to help prevent cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke. Specifically, Plavix can be prescribed for adults who: have acute coronary syndrome (ACS). With ACS, you have a lack of blood flow to your heart due to a blockage.

How does Plavix help a blood clot?

Platelets are blood cells that help your blood clot normally. Plavix helps to prevent platelets from sticking together and forming a clot that can block an artery.

Does Plavix contain clopidogrel?

Plavix contains the active ingredient clopidogrel. Plavix is used to prevent blood clots forming in hardened blood vessels (a process known as atherothrombosis) which can lead to events such as stroke, heart attack or death. For more information, see Section 1. Why am I using Plavix? in the full CMI. 2. What should I know before I use Plavix?

How does Plavix prevent blood clots?

By preventing this clumping, anti-platelet medicines reduce the chances of blood clots forming (a process called thrombosis). Plavix is used to prevent blood clots forming in hardened blood vessels (a process known as atherothrombosis) which can lead to events such as stroke, heart attack or death.

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