Plavix (Clopidogrel bisulfate)


Hematological agent


Antiplatelet agent


To reduce atherosclerotic events (MI

75 mg once daily, with or without food.


Category B


Chest pain, fatigue, headache, dizziness, abdominal pain, Diarrhea, nausea, stomach bleeding, asthenia, edema, rhinitis, Urinary Tract Infection, purpura.




Pregnancy Risk Categories defined:

A: Studies in pregnant women failed to show a risk to the fetus in the first trimester - with no evidence of risk in the later trimesters.

B: Animals studies indicate no adverse effect to the fetus, but there are no adequate, clinical studies in pregnant women.

C: Animal studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus, but there are no adequate, clinical studies in humans. Despite potential risks, the drug may be useful in pregnant women.

D: There is evidence of risk to the human fetus, but the potential benefits of use in pregnant women may be acceptable, despite potential risks.

X: Studies in animals or humans show fetal abnormalities, or adverse reaction reports indicate evidence of fetal risk. Warning: the risks involved clearly outweigh any potential benefit from using the drug in pregnant women, regardless of trimester.

NR: Not rated (i.e., no information available at this time as to the potential risks or benefits).