Thienopyridine derivative (Ticlopidine or Clopidogrel) vs Aspirin, stroke (all types)
Polypharmacy guidance: realistic prescribing
Study population:
Secondary prevention of CVD in patients with history of ischaemic stroke or TIA.
Comments:
Mean age of patients was 63 years.
Ticlopidine is not available in the UK but has similar mode of action to clopidogrel
| Outcome | Duration | NNT | Annualised NNT |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Stroke (all types) |
22 months |
100 |
184 |