Clopidogrel Bisulfate Flashcards

What are the brand and generic names of clopidogrel bisulfate?

What is the drug/chemical class of clopidogrel bisulfate?

What is the primary indication for clopidogrel bisulfate?

The initial starting dose for unstable angina is a 300 mg loading dose followed by __________ once daily.

What is the most commonly reported adverse effect of clopidogrel bisulfate?

Which of the following are contraindications for clopidogrel bisulfate? (Select all that apply)

What is the mechanism of action for clopidogrel bisulfate?

What types of drugs can interact with clopidogrel bisulfate?

What should a patient do if they experience severe side effects while taking clopidogrel bisulfate?

Clopidogrel Bisulfate Overview

Brand name: Plavix; Generic name: clopidogrel bisulfate
Belongs to the P2Y12 platelet inhibitor class, functioning as a hematological agent.

Primary Use

Indicated for acute coronary syndrome related to atherosclerosis.

Dosing Guidelines

For unstable angina/non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (UA/NSTEMI): Initial loading dose of 300 mg, followed by 75 mg daily
For ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI): Typically, 75 mg daily without a loading dose.

Adverse Effects

Major risk includes bleeding, with reports of life-threatening and fatal cases being common.

Contraindications

Not suitable for patients with active pathological bleeding, such as peptic ulcers or intracranial hemorrhages.
Hypersensitivity reactions to clopidogrel or its components also contraindicate its use.

Mechanism of Action

Inhibits platelet activation and aggregation by irreversibly binding to P2Y12 ADP receptors on platelets, preventing platelet aggregation.

Drug Interactions

Co-administration with NSAIDs, warfarin, SSRIs, or SNRIs raises the risk of bleeding occurrences.

Patient Counseling Tips

Advise patients to contact their physician for severe or persistent side effects and any signs of infection.
Clopidogrel can be taken with or without food.
Patients should report unusual bleeding as therapy increases bleeding time.
Instruct to take as directed and avoid over-the-counter omeprazole products.
If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible unless close to the next dose time; do not double the doses.

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