Preva 75
Preva 75 is a tablet made by Intas Pharma that contains Clopidogrel 75 mg. Clopidogrel is a blood thinner (antiplatelet): prevents clots after a heart attack, stent or stroke.
| Ingredient (salt) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Clopidogrel | 75 mg |
What it is used for
Prevents clots after a heart attack, stent or stroke.
How it works
An antiplatelet that stops platelets clumping, preventing clots after heart attacks, stents and strokes.
How to take it
Usually 75 mg once a day, with or without food. Do not stop without your heart doctor's advice, especially after a stent. Tell your dentist and surgeon.
Common side effects
- Bruising
- Nosebleeds
- Stomach upset
Get medical help straight away if
- Black stools, blood in urine or vomit
- Bleeding that will not stop
- Sudden severe headache
Be careful
Increases bleeding risk; tell your dentist or surgeon. Do not stop without your doctor.
Other medicines and interactions
Omeprazole and esomeprazole reduce its effect (pantoprazole is usually preferred). Bleeding risk higher with aspirin, NSAIDs, warfarin and SSRIs.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Used in pregnancy only if clearly needed; not recommended while breastfeeding.
Same composition, other brands (11)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
Common questions
What is Preva 75?
Preva 75 is a tablet by Intas Pharma containing Clopidogrel 75 mg.
What is Preva 75 used for?
Prevents clots after a heart attack, stent or stroke.
How should I take Preva 75?
Usually 75 mg once a day, with or without food. Do not stop without your heart doctor's advice, especially after a stent. Tell your dentist and surgeon. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.
What are the side effects of Preva 75?
Common side effects include: Bruising, nosebleeds, stomach upset. Get medical help straight away for: Black stools, blood in urine or vomit, bleeding that will not stop, sudden severe headache.
Does Preva 75 need a prescription?
Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.
Can I take Preva 75 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Used in pregnancy only if clearly needed; not recommended while breastfeeding.
What are the substitutes for Preva 75?
Brands with the same composition: Clopilet 75, Deplatt 75, Plavix 75, Clopitab 75, Clopikind, Abclopid 75, Clopicard 75, Clopivas-75, Clavix, Plagerine 75, Ceruvin 75. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Sources and further reading
- Clopidogrel: NHS · MedlinePlus
NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.
Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.
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