Clopidogrel

Question 1

What is Clopidogrel used for?

Answer 1

Treatment of ACS- Unstable Angina, NSTEMI and STEMI with Aspirin

To prevent coronary artery occlusion

Secondary prevention of adverse cardiovascular events

Question 2

What is the Mechanism of Action of Clopidogrel

Answer 2

They prevent platelet aggregation and reduce the risk of aerial occlusion by binding irreversible to the Adenosine Diphosphate ( ADP) Receptor on the surface of the platelet. It works independently on the COX pathway unlike Aspirin.

Question 3

What class of drug is Clopidogrel?

Answer 3

ADP Receptor Agonist

(Adenosine Diphosphate Receptor Agonist).

Antiplatelet