Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 74%
Simulated
A patient has started taking clopidogrel (Plavix) after experiencing a transient ischemic attack. What adverse effects are associated with this drug? (Select all that apply)
Correct answer
B,C
Rationale
The correct answers are B (Bruising) and C (Rash). Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet medication that can lead to bleeding tendencies, causing bruising as a common adverse effect. The drug can also result in skin reactions like rash due to potential hypersensitivity reactions. Choice A (Constipation) is not associated with clopidogrel. Headache (Choice D) and diarrhea (Choice E) are less common side effects compared to bruising and rash. Choices F and G are not provided, so they are not applicable. In summary, bruising and rash are the adverse effects associated with clopidogrel, making Choices B and C the correct selections.