What is the definition or description of: side effects of plavix (clopidogrel)?

Plavix (clopidogrel): Plavix (clopidogrel) is an alternative to Aspirin or sometimes used with it (for example if a stent is placed in the heart). It acts by making platelets "less sticky." main side effect is bleeding and bruising.

Anticoagulant...: Plavix (clopidogrel) is a chemical that inhibits part of the cascade of clotting by its activity on platelets like aspirin). It is used after a heart attack often, and particularly when coronary arteries are revascularized (stent/bypass). Main side effect (aside from allergic reaction) is abnormal internal bleeding, from the gut, the kidney, the brain. Warning signs are extremely important to discuss with doc.