Plavix
Plavix is a medication used to prevent blood clots in certain types of patients. It is a type of antiplatelet drug, specifically a thienopyridine, and is the brand name for the active ingredient clopidogrel. Clopidogrel works by inhibiting the action of platelets, which are cells in the blood that help to clot. By reducing the activity of platelets, Plavix helps to prevent the formation of blood clots, which can be beneficial in conditions such as coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease, and after certain surgical procedures.
Plavix is typically taken orally and is usually prescribed in combination with aspirin. The most common side
Plavix was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1997 and has since become