Antiplatelet(2)

Clopidogrel (Plavix) helps prevent the formation of blood clots that can block the flow of blood to your heart and brain and increase your risk of heart attack and stroke. You have a condition called acute coronary syndrome (ACS), which includes a variety of conditions related to decreased blood flow to the heart. 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.

Ticagrelor (Brilinta) prevents platelets in your blood from sticking together to form an unwanted blood clot that could block an artery. Brilinta is used to lower your risk of heart attack, stroke, or death due to a blocked artery or a prior heart attack. Brilinta is also used to lower your risk of blood clots if you have coronary artery disease (decreased blood flow to the heart) and have been treated with stents to open clogged arteries.