Application

(S)-(+)-Clopidogrel hydrogensulfate was used as standard in HPLC-MS/MS to detect clopidogrel and its thiol derivative in human plasma.

Biochem/physiol Actions

(S)-(+)-Clopidogrel hydrogen sulfate is an antithrombotic antiplatelet agent. It specifically and irreversibly inhibits the Purinoceptor P2Y12 subtype which inhibits ADP-induced platelet aggregation. (S)-(+)-Clopidogrel hydrogen sulfate is the active isomer.

Features and Benefits

This compound was developed by Bristol-Myers Squibb and Sanofi Aventis. To browse the list of other pharma-developed compounds, Approved Drugs, and Drug Candidates, click here.

This compound is featured on the P2 Receptors: P2Y G-Protein Family page of the Handbook of Receptor Classification and Signal Transduction. To browse other handbook pages, click here.

Packaging

10, 50 mg in glass bottle