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Comparing Aggrenox vs Plavix

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Aggrenox aspirin / dipyridamole

Plavix clopidogrel

Prescribed for Ischemic Stroke - Prophylaxis. Aggrenox may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Plavix may be given to reduce the risk of a heart attack or stroke in certain cardiovascular conditions or following a heart attack or ischemic stroke. People who are poor metabolizers at CYP2C19 may... View more

Prescription only

Ratings & Reviews

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Drug Class

Platelet aggregation inhibitors

Platelet aggregation inhibitors

Side Effects

Common side effects include: abdominal pain, diarrhea, and headache.

See the full Aggrenox side effects document.

See the full Plavix side effects document.

Pricing and Coupons

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Quantity	60 capsule, extended release
Dosage	25 mg-200 mg
Per Unit^*	$9.97
Cost^*	$598.19

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Quantity	15 tablet
Dosage	75 mg
Per Unit^*	$10.68
Cost^*	$160.23

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Generic Availability

Yes

Dosage Form(s) Available

Oral capsule, extended release

Oral tablet

Brand Names

N/A

Half Life

The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value.

11.6 hours

8 hours

CSA Schedule**

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Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.

Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.

Pregnancy Category

Category D Positive evidence of risk

See the full Pregnancy Warnings document.

Category B No proven risk in humans

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FDA Alerts

N/A

FDA Alerts (6)

Drug Interactions

A total of 338 drugs are known to interact with Aggrenox:

57 major drug interactions (185 brand and generic names)
233 moderate drug interactions (1073 brand and generic names)
48 minor drug interactions (203 brand and generic names)

A total of 228 drugs are known to interact with Plavix:

58 major drug interactions (152 brand and generic names)
153 moderate drug interactions (730 brand and generic names)
17 minor drug interactions (49 brand and generic names)

Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions

Caffeine may interfere with the effects of dipyridamole in dilating the arteries. You should avoid... View more
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Disease Interactions

First Approval Date

November 22, 1999

November 17, 1997

WADA Class

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N/A

More Information

** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.

Further information

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