Search

for
Search:

GlossaryClopidogrel (Plavix)

medication that prevents blood clots by inhibiting platelets

Clopidogrel, also known by the brand name Plavix, is a medication that helps prevent blood clots by inhibiting platelets from sticking together. It is commonly prescribed to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in individuals with cardiovascular diseases.

Related Terms

Learn

0 / 0 results

— no results

Research

5 / 16 results

research Reporting on Adverse Clinical Events

November 2015 in “Clin-Alert”

Some medications and supplements can cause serious side effects, including hair loss, heart rhythm problems, liver injury, and other health issues.

research Hypersensitivity Reactions to Anticoagulant Drugs

28 citations , September 2008 in “Current Pharmaceutical Design”

Allergic reactions to blood thinners are rare but can be serious, requiring careful management and alternative treatments.

research Drugs Affecting Blood Coagulation, Fibrinolysis, and Hemostasis

January 2009 in “Side effects of drugs annual”

Some blood-thinning medications can increase the risk of bleeding, and certain factors like genetics and other health conditions affect their safety and effectiveness.

research Cyberspace Chat: Safe Management of Patients on Plavix (Clopidogrel) for Hair Restoration Surgery

November 2009 in “Hair transplant forum international”

Doctors should collaborate with the patient's primary care physician to decide if it's safe to stop taking Plavix before hair restoration surgery, considering the risk and benefit.

Guidelines for Perioperative Antithrombotic Therapy in Hair Restoration Surgery: Management of Patients with Coronary Heart Disease, Mechanical Heart Valve, and Atrial Fibrillation

research Guidelines for Perioperative Antithrombotic Therapy in Hair Restoration Surgery: Management of Patients with Coronary Heart Disease, Mechanical Heart Valve, and Atrial Fibrillation

3 citations , March 2012 in “Hair transplant forum international”

Hair restoration surgery can be safely done without major bleeding in patients on antithrombotic therapy, and these drugs shouldn't be stopped before surgery.

View more "plavix" in research →

Community Join

0 / 0 results

— no results