What is TICLOPIDINE used for?

TICLOPIDINE is used to treat conditions like recurrent blood clots in veins, narrowing of the carotid artery, and peripheral arterial disease.

How do I take TICLOPIDINE?

TICLOPIDINE is an oral medication.

Yes, TICLOPIDINE carries a black box warning.

Yes, TICLOPIDINE is classified as a natural product.

TICLOPIDINE is a small molecule that acts as a platelet inhibitor.

TICLOPIDINE was first approved in 1991.

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Platelet inhibitor

TICLOPIDINE is a small molecule drug that works as a platelet inhibitor. It was first approved in 1991 and is taken orally.

How it worksTICLOPIDINE works by inhibiting platelets to prevent blood clots.

Used for

Recurrent blood clots in veins (thrombophlebitis)Narrowing of the internal carotid arteryPeripheral arterial disease

Conditions

ThrombosisCarotid StenosisPeripheral Arterial Disease

Class

Platelet InhibitorSmall MoleculePlatelet inhibitorCardiovascular

FormsOral

RoutesOral

This drug carries a black box warning.

TICLOPIDINE has a black box warning.

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Educational summary derived from FDA labeling, AI-assisted. Not medical advice — consult a healthcare professional. Updated 2026-04-26.