clopirad tablet - Clopidogrel (75mg) medicine

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๐Ÿญ Indoco Remedies Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jun 27, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 27, 2026

What is clopirad tablet used for?

Aclizac 75mg Tablet (Clopidogrel) is used to treat BLOOD RELATED. It contains Clopidogrel (75mg), which Irreversibly inhibits the P2Y12 receptor on platelets, preventing ADP-mediated p. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Clopidogrel
  • Manufacturer: Indoco Remedies Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: B
  • Prescription Required: Yes
๐Ÿ’ก Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.

๐Ÿ’Š clopirad tablet Uses & Benefits

Prevention of atherosclerotic events (MI, stroke, vascular death) in patients with atherosclerosis; acute coronary syndrome; recent MI or stroke; peripheral arterial disease.

Off-label uses: Prevention of stent thrombosis, adjunctive therapy in PCI.

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Clopidogrel
Brand NameAclizac 75mg Tablet
ManufacturerIndoco Remedies Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassBLOOD RELATED
Action ClassP2Y12 inhibitors (ADP receptor)
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionRapidly absorbed after oral administration; absorption is at least 50%.
DistributionWidely distributed; extensively bound to plasma proteins.
Protein Binding94-98%
MetabolismHepatic; prodrug activated by CYP2C19 and other CYP450 enzymes.
Half-LifeApproximately 6 hours (active metabolite); parent drug ~8 hours.
Excretion50% renal, 46% fecal.
BioavailabilityAt least 50%.
Onset of Action2 hours after loading dose.
Peak Plasma Time0.75-1 hour (parent drug); active metabolite ~1 hour.
Duration of Action5-10 days (platelet inhibition persists for life of platelet).

How It Works

Irreversibly inhibits the P2Y12 receptor on platelets, preventing ADP-mediated platelet aggregation.

Mechanism Steps

1Clopidogrel is a prodrug absorbed in the intestine.
2Converted to active metabolite via CYP2C19 and other CYP450 enzymes in the liver.
3Active metabolite irreversibly binds to P2Y12 receptor on platelets.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take clopirad tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of clopirad tablet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Bleeding
  • Bruising
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Dyspepsia

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Severe bleeding
  • Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura
  • Hemorrhagic stroke

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Allergic reactions
  • Hepatotoxicity
  • Neutropenia

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Warfarin Major Increased bleeding risk
NSAIDs Major Increased bleeding risk
Omeprazole Moderate Reduced clopidogrel efficacy
Aspirin Major Increased bleeding risk

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Warfarin
  • NSAIDs
  • Rivaroxaban
  • Apixaban
  • Dabigatran
  • Heparin
  • Aspirin

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Omeprazole
  • Esomeprazole
  • Fluoxetine
  • Fluconazole
  • Ketoconazole
  • Cimetidine

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Atorvastatin
  • Calcium channel blockers
  • Digoxin

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions; can be taken with or without food.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

May increase bleeding risk; avoid excessive alcohol.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Active bleeding, severe liver impairment, hypersensitivity to clopidogrel.

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Platelet function tests (if needed), bleeding time, signs of bleeding.

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Not recommended; excreted in breast milk.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

No specific antidote; platelet transfusion may be considered.

โฐ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; if close to next dose, skip missed dose. Do not double dose.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

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MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Reviewed: Jun 27, 2026

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๐Ÿ”„ Substitutes for clopirad tablet

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

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