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Clopidogrel Tapering

Deutsches Herzzentrum Muenchen · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Clopidogrel tapering is a dosing strategy that gradually reduces clopidogrel exposure after dual antiplatelet therapy to assess safety and efficacy of de-escalation in cardiovascular patients.

Clopidogrel tapering is a dosing strategy that gradually reduces clopidogrel exposure after dual antiplatelet therapy to assess safety and efficacy of de-escalation in cardiovascular patients. Used for De-escalation strategy in acute coronary syndrome post-percutaneous coronary intervention, Assessment of dual antiplatelet therapy duration optimization.

At a glance

Generic nameClopidogrel Tapering
Also known asPlavix
SponsorDeutsches Herzzentrum Muenchen
Drug classP2Y12 receptor antagonist (thienopyridine)
TargetP2Y12 platelet receptor
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaCardiovascular
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Clopidogrel is a thienopyridine P2Y12 platelet receptor antagonist that irreversibly inhibits platelet aggregation. Tapering protocols investigate whether gradual dose reduction or discontinuation maintains antithrombotic benefit while reducing bleeding risk in patients who have completed an initial intensive dual antiplatelet therapy period, particularly after acute coronary syndrome or percutaneous coronary intervention.

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