Will Clopidogrel Prevent Dvt?

Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet medicine. It prevents platelets (a type of blood cell) from sticking together and forming a dangerous blood clot. Taking clopidogrel helps prevent blood clots if you have an increased risk of having them.

Can clopidogrel be used for DVT?

To treat blood DVT or pulmonary embolism, 15 mg is administered by mouth twice daily with food for the first 21 days, followed by 20 mg once daily with food for 6 months.

Does clopidogrel prevent clot formation?

By inhibiting the function of the P2RY12 receptor, clopidogrel decreases the formation of blood clots, including clots that can cause heart attack, stroke , and deep vein thrombosis .