The authors conclude that CYP2C19 * 2 carriers are more likely to have high on-clopidogrel platelet reactivity, which places them at high risk of adverse outcomes after stent placement. Whether higher ...

Ann Arbor, MI - The antiplatelet action of clopidogrel appears to be inhibited by the lipid-lowering agent atorvastatin, according to a new study. The authors note that the mechanism involved is ...

To earn CME related to this news article, click here. (UPDATED January 30, 2009) January 29, 2009 (Toronto, Ontario) — The addition of a proton-pump inhibitor (PPI) to clopidogrel (Plavix, ...

The first genetic variations linked to race have been identified that begin to explain a higher risk of death among some African American and Caucasian patients taking the anti-clotting drug ...

Credit: Getty Images. “Migratory polyarthritis secondary to clopidogrel is a diagnosis of exclusion,” the study authors concluded, adding, “Early diagnosis and timely intervention are essential, as ...

pill bottles The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved several changes to the prescribing information for Plavix (clopidogrel bisulfate tablets; Bristol-Myers Squibb and Sanofi). The Food ...

Combining Plavix with alcohol, NSAIDs, anticoagulants, SSRIs, or SNRIs may increase the risk of bleeding. It’s important that you talk with your doctor about safe medication consumption levels and ...

Researchers have identified the first genetic variations linked to race that begin to explain a higher risk of death among some African American and Caucasian patients taking the anti-clotting drug ...