Clopidogrel

Clopidogrel (CAS 113665-84-2) is an antiplatelet active pharmaceutical ingredient used in the manufacture of finished cardiovascular drug products. Also marketed as Plavix and Zyllt.

Where is Clopidogrel used?

• Prescription medication production: inhibits platelet aggregation
• Oral tablet formulations for prevention of thrombotic events
• Solid dosage form development, including immediate-release tablets
• Pharmaceutical formulators use it to meet bioequivalence requirements.
• Clinical research: API-grade material for formulation studies and stability testing

Good to know: Typically provided as the bisulfate salt form, the commercially dominant specification. Material is available to USP and Ph. Eur. pharmacopoeial standards, supporting regulatory submissions in major markets.

Commercial specifications

• Bisulfate salt form
• USP and Ph. Eur. standards
• Kilogram to multi-kilogram quantities