Study reveals why 40-50% of seniors fail to respond to common heart drug
NCT ID NCT04990596
First seen Apr 01, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 9 times
Summary
This study looked at why the blood thinner clopidogrel (Plavix) is less effective in people over 70. Researchers measured drug levels and platelet activity in 37 adults aged 50-100 to understand how age affects drug resistance. The goal is to improve heart attack and stroke prevention in older patients.
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Locations
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CHU de RENNES
Rennes, France
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Hôpital Charles Foix
Paris, France
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Hôpital Européen Georges Pompidou,
Paris, France
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Hôpital Lariboisière
Paris, France
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