Clopidogrel

( Plavix )

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Jul 08, 2022

Pros & Cons


What are the pros and cons of clopidogrel (Plavix)?

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  • Clopidogrel (Plavix) lowers your risk of future heart attacks and strokes.
  • You only need to take clopidogrel once a day.
  • You can take this medicine with or without food.
  • It is available in a low-cost generic form.

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  • Clopidogrel may not work well in some people with certain genes that affect the metabolism of this drug.
  • Drug interactions with other medicines can affect clopidogrel efficacy.
  • Clopidogrel is not as strong as some other blood thinners like prasugrel (Effient) and ticagrelor (Brilinta).