Clopidogrel

Blood thinner (antiplatelet)
PRESCRIPTION ONLY IN INDIA

Clopidogrel is a blood thinner (antiplatelet) found in 20 medicines sold in India, such as Clopilet 75, Deplatt 75, Plavix 75. Below: what it is for, how it works, how to take it, side effects, interactions and pregnancy advice.

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.

Brands of Clopidogrel (12)

Abclopid 75Ceruvin 75ClavixClopicard 75ClopikindClopilet 75Clopitab 75Clopivas-75Deplatt 75Plagerine 75Plavix 75Preva 75

Combination medicines that contain Clopidogrel (8)

Antiban-ASP 75Ceruvin ACloflow Plus 75/75Clopilet-A 75Clopitab-A 75Deplatt-A 75Plagerine-ARosuva Gold 20

Common questions

What is Clopidogrel used for?

Prevents clots after a heart attack, stent or stroke.

How does Clopidogrel work?

An antiplatelet that stops platelets clumping, preventing clots after heart attacks, stents and strokes.

How should I take Clopidogrel?

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.

What are the side effects of Clopidogrel?

Common: Bruising, nosebleeds, stomach upset. Get help straight away for: Black stools, blood in urine or vomit, bleeding that will not stop, sudden severe headache.

Does Clopidogrel interact with other medicines?

Omeprazole and esomeprazole reduce its effect (pantoprazole is usually preferred). Bleeding risk higher with aspirin, NSAIDs, warfarin and SSRIs.

Is Clopidogrel safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Used in pregnancy only if clearly needed; not recommended while breastfeeding.

Does Clopidogrel need a prescription in India?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Which brands contain Clopidogrel?

Abclopid 75, Antiban-ASP 75, Ceruvin 75, Ceruvin A, Clavix, Cloflow Plus 75/75, Clopicard 75, Clopikind, Clopilet 75, Clopilet-A 75, Clopitab 75, Clopitab-A 75, Clopivas-75, Deplatt 75, Deplatt-A 75, Plagerine 75, Plagerine-A, Plavix 75, Preva 75, Rosuva Gold 20.

Sources and further reading

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.

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu from standard prescribing information.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.