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To prevent blood from clotting, thus preventing a heart attack. It is called anticoagulation therapy. It is normally prescribed for people who have had heart attacks. It prevents platelets from sticking together thus preventing clots from forming.
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Can you take Plavix for coronary artery disease?
Clopidogrel is given to prevent the blood clot in your cardiovascular system. You may be prescribed clopidogrel and low dose aspirin by your cardiologist. But then you have more chances of getting bleeding.
Can you get a tattoo if taking clopidogrel?
can i get a tattoo if taking clopidogrel
Is clopidogrel bi sulfate the same as clopidogrel hydrogen sulfate?
Yes it is
What kind of medication do patients with coronary artery disease get?
Antiplatelet medications such as aspirin or clopidogrel (Plavix) are usually recommended. Medications may also be prescribed to lower lipoprotein levels
Can you take Arnica Montana and Clopidogrel?
No
How do you pronounce clopidogrel?
kloe PID oh grel
When did Plavix clopidogrel first become available?
1997
Can Clopidogrel be taken with Lansoprazole and similar medication and do they cancel each other out?
They do not cancel each other out but there is evidence that lansoprazole (Prevacid) may decrease the effectiveness of clopidogrel (Plavix).
Asymmetric strecker synthesis for clopidogrel?
The asymmetric Strecker synthesis is a method used to prepare chiral α-amino nitriles from aldehydes and primary amines. In the case of clopidogrel, the synthesis involves the formation of the chiral α-amino nitrile, which is subsequently converted into the desired thienopyridine structure through further chemical reactions. The final steps in the synthesis involve the introduction of the clopidogrel-specific moieties to complete the synthesis of clopidogrel.
What does plavix do?
Plavix (clopidogrel) is an anti-platelet drug, or blood thinner. It is often prescribed as part of a post-heart-attack treatment or for those at risk of heart attack and stroke. It helps prevent blood clots that may cause heart attacks or strokes.
Can you give blood if you take clopidogrel?
can you give Blood if you take atenolol
What is a pill with 196 r white round?
Plavix (clopidogrel) 75mg.
