SaralnamaA new study finds clopidogrel outperforms aspirin in preventing heart attacks and strokes. Researchers revealed their findings on 28 Aug 2023 at a cardiology conference in Madrid. The study analyzed nearly 29,000 patients with coronary artery disease. It showed clopidogrel reduced the risk of major cardiovascular events by 14% compared to aspirin. Bleeding risks were similar for both drugs. Dr CM Nagesh from the Indian College of Cardiology says clopidogrel makes platelets less sticky, reducing clot formation. However, he cautions that clinical guidelines don't change based on a single study. Dr Jagadish Hiremath advises patients not to switch medications without consulting their doctor. Both experts agree aspirin still plays an important role in many treatment plans. (Updated 2 Sep 2025, 19:08 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- A new study finds clopidogrel outperforms aspirin in preventing heart attacks and strokes
- Researchers revealed their findings on 28 Aug 2023 at a cardiology conference in Madrid
- The study analyzed nearly 29,000 patients with coronary artery disease