Tag: Thienopyridine

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What Kind of Inhibitor is Clopidogrel? The Answer Lies in Platelet Receptors

Oct 14, 2025 •

3 min read

Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet medication, but its pharmacological classification is more specific: it is a thienopyridine prodrug that works as an irreversible inhibitor of the P2Y12 receptor. This unique mechanism helps prevent blood clots that could lead to a heart attack or stroke.

What Class of P2Y12 Is Plavix? A Pharmacological Breakdown

Oct 13, 2025 •

4 min read

Over 15 million prescriptions were written for clopidogrel (Plavix) in the US in 2023, making it a widely-used antiplatelet medication. To be precise, when asked **What class of P2Y12 is Plavix**, the answer is that it belongs to the thienopyridine subclass of P2Y12 inhibitors. This article provides a comprehensive overview of Plavix's pharmacological classification and its implications.