Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet medication. It works by preventing platelets from
sticking together, thereby decreasing the formation of harmful blood clots. This
lowers the chance of heart attack or stroke.

 Clopidogrel is used in the treatment of acute coronary syndrome which is a
condition that blocks the blood flow to the heart muscles.
 Clopidogrel is used in the treatment of ischemic stroke which is a condition
that blocks the blood flow to the brain.
 Clopidogrel is used in the treatment of peripheral artery disease which is a
condition that blocks the blood vessels that carry blood to limbs, heart and
other organs.

 White patches in the mouth or on the tongue
 Redness of skin
 Difficulty in breathing
 Blood in urine and stools
 Headache
 Change in taste
 Diarrhea
 Loss of appetite
 Joint pain
 Abdominal pain
 Nosebleed
 Confusion

This medicine may increase the risk of bleeding. It is not recommended in patients
with bleeding disorders. Close monitoring of platelets count is necessary.
This medicine is recommended in pregnant women only if necessary. 

Sudden stoppage of this medicine may increase the risk of heart diseases. If
treatment is interrupted in conditions like surgery or bleeding, it should be
restarted as soon as possible.

• Aspirin is a salicylate that is used to treat pain, and reduce fever or inflammation.
• Aspirin is sometimes used to treat or prevent heart attacks, strokes, and chest pain (angina).
• Aspirin is used to treat symptoms like swelling, pain, and stiffness of joints in Arthritis conditions.
• Aspirin is used in the treatment of rheumatic fever by reducing inflammation.
• Aspirin is used in the treatment of Kawasaki disease which is a condition characterized by inflammation of blood vessels.

• Aspirin is an antiplatelet drug which is used to prevent clots in blood vessels and also relieves pain and inflammation.
• It can be taken in combination with other antiplatelets for a better action.

• Abdominal pain
• Heartburn
• Constipation
• Yellow colored eyes or skin
• Skin rash
• Irregular heartbeat
• Acid or sour stomach
• Drowsiness
• Irritability

• This medicine is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women.
• Aspirin is not recommended in children with varicella infections or influenza-like illnesses due to the risk of Reye's syndrome.
• Aspirin may increase the risk of bleeding, therefore not recommended in patients with peptic ulcer disease or any gastrointestinal bleeding.
• High doses of Aspirin may cause sodium and water retention and increases the risk of heart failure.
• Aspirin is not recommended in patients with the known history of aspirin-sensitive asthma.