Clopidogrel

Question 1

What is Clopidogrel?

Answer 1

An anti coagulant - inhibits platelet aggregation

Question 2

Indications

Answer 2

STEMI

Question 3

Contra indication

Answer 3

Known allergy
Severe liver impairment
Active pathological bleeding such as peptic ulcer or intracranial haemorrhage

Question 4

Side effects

Answer 4

Dyspepsia
Abdominal Pain
Diarrhoea
Bleeding

Question 5

Dosage and Admin

Answer 5

WITH ASPRIN
Route: Oral
300mg (75mg per tablet)