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Medicines ClopidogrelQuestion & answer

Clopidogrel · Medicine question

Why should clopidogrel not be used in children?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Clopidogrel should not be used in children because of concerns about its efficacy.

Sources for this answer

Plavix 300mg tabletsSANOFI · emc · SmPC §4.2 Posology and method of administration · Version 25Document updated 22 January 2025

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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