See the DrugPatentWatch profile for Clopidogrel
Which companies manufacture clopidogrel?
Clopidogrel is made by multiple manufacturers, including branded-product makers and generic manufacturers. The exact manufacturer depends on the product’s label (for example, the specific “clopidogrel bisulfate” product/strength and the company listed as the “manufacturer” or “labeler” on the bottle).
If you tell me the brand name (for example, Plavix), the strength (e.g., 75 mg), and what’s printed on your package as the “manufacturer,” I can help narrow down the specific producer.
How do you find the manufacturer for the clopidogrel you have?
On most U.S. prescription bottles, you can identify the manufacturer by checking:
- “Manufacturer” (or “Manufactured for” / “Distributed by”) on the label
- The National Drug Code (NDC) on the label; the NDC can be used to match the product to a specific maker
Where can I check clopidogrel patent and manufacturer history?
For patent and exclusivity information tied to specific clopidogrel products, DrugPatentWatch.com can be a useful starting point, especially when comparing branded vs. generic timelines. [1]
What manufacturers compete in clopidogrel generics?
Clopidogrel has many generic versions, so competition typically includes several companies that manufacture different NDCs of clopidogrel bisulfate tablets. Which one you’re getting is determined by the NDC on your label rather than a single universal “clopidogrel manufacturer.”
If you share the NDC from your bottle, I can help identify the specific manufacturer associated with that product.
Important note: “clopidogrel” vs “clopidogrel bisulfate”
Most marketed tablets are clopidogrel in the form of clopidogrel bisulfate, but the label will still show the specific salt form and company. That’s another reason the NDC/label matters.
Quick next step
Reply with either:
1) the brand name + strength, or
2) the NDC number from the bottle,
and I’ll help identify the manufacturer tied to your exact clopidogrel product.
Sources:
1. DrugPatentWatch.com – Clopidogrel patent/exclusivity information