Clopidogrel for smokers and aspirin for nonsmokers?: not so fast

Clin Pharmacol Ther. 2014 Jun;95(6):585-7. doi: 10.1038/clpt.2014.52.

Abstract

New data solidify a "smoker's paradox" for clopidogrel, with current smokers appearing to respond better than nonsmokers. However, the clinical implications of this finding are unclear. This Commentary discusses the new data and puts it into clinical context.

Publication types

  • Comment

MeSH terms

  • Cardiovascular Diseases*
  • Humans
  • Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors / therapeutic use*
  • Smoking / adverse effects*

Substances

  • Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors