Ingredient

Clopidogrel Bisulfate

Clopidogrel hydrogen sulfate is an ingredient that inhibits platelet aggregation and prevents thrombosis.

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MFDS ingredient code M243848

What does it do?

Clopidogrel hydrogen sulfate belongs to the class of antiplatelet agents that regulate platelet function. It is primarily used to reduce the risk of thrombus formation due to atherosclerosis.

This ingredient blocks the receptors on the platelet surface, preventing platelets from adhering to each other. As a result, it reduces the formation of clots, lowering the risk of blood vessel blockage.

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Good to know

Unlike aspirin, clopidogrel selectively inhibits the ADP receptors on platelets. Consequently, it has a different mechanism of action from aspirin and is used as an alternative treatment in certain patients.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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