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Clopidogrel

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Clopidogrel keeps the platelets in your blood from coagulating (clotting) to prevent unwanted blood clots that can occur with certain heart or blood vessel conditions. Clopidogrel is used to prevent blood clots after a recent heart attack or stroke, and in people with certain disorders of the heart or blood vessels. Clopidogrel may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide

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This video explains clopidogrel, a medication that keeps platelets in the blood from clotting. It describes its use to prevent blood clots after a recent heart attack or stroke and in people with certain disorders of the heart or blood vessels.

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  • Explains clopidogrel as preventing platelets from clotting
  • Covers use after a recent heart attack or stroke
  • Covers use in certain heart or blood vessel disorders

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This video presents “Clopidogrel” — Clopidogrel keeps the platelets in your blood from coagulating (clotting) to prevent unwanted blood clots that can occur with certain heart or blood vessel conditions. Clopidogrel is used to prevent blood clots after a recent heart. Whether you are preparing for a procedure, studying the technique, or learning how a condition is assessed, the recording shows the process as it is performed in practice.

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