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Embagrel Capsules

NAFDAC Reg. No. C4-1815 · Drug

Registered with NAFDAC. Registration activeAs of 28 October 2026 · synced automatically from official sources.
Product
Embagrel Capsules
NAFDAC number
C4-1815
Active ingredient
Clopidogrel; Acetylsalicylic acid
Strength
75 mg; 75 mg
Form
Capsule
Pack size
10 x 1 x 10's (in blisters)
Manufacturer
Not listed
Applicant (holder)
Embassy Pharmaceutical and Chemicals Limited
Approved
26 Aug 2021
Status
Inactive View on NAFDAC ↗
Registration valid to
25 Aug 2026
WHO alerts
None found
Community reports
None
Times checked
0

What we found

  • Embagrel Capsules is on the NAFDAC register with an active registration (C4-1815). A valid number alone does not prove a pack is genuine — counterfeiters copy real numbers, so also check the expiry date, seal and print quality.

Generated automatically from the NAFDAC register, WHO alerts and community data as of today. This is not medical advice. Always follow your doctor or pharmacist.

What Embagrel Capsules is used for

From the official U.S. FDA label for clopidogrel, the active ingredient registered with NAFDAC.

Boxed warning: DIMINISHED ANTIPLATELET EFFECT IN PATIENTS WITH TWO LOSS-OF-FUNCTION ALLELES OF THE CYP2C19 GENE The effectiveness of clopidogrel results from its antiplatelet activity, which is dependent on its conversion to an active metabolite by the cytochrome P450 (CYP) system, principally CYP2C19 [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ), Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 ) ]. …
What it is used for

Clopidogrel is a P2Y 12 platelet inhibitor indicated for: • Acute coronary syndrome -For patients with non-ST-segment elevation ACS (unstable angina [UA]/non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction [NSTEMI]), clopidogrel has been shown to reduce the rate of myocardial infarction (MI) and stroke. ( 1.1 ) - For patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), clopidogrel has been shown to reduce the rate of MI and stroke. ( 1.1 ) • Recent MI, recent stroke, or established peripheral arterial disease. Clopidogrel has been shown to reduce the rate of MI and stroke. …

Possible side effects

The following serious adverse reactions are discussed below and elsewhere in the labeling: • Bleeding [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] • Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Bleeding, including life-threatening and fatal bleeding, is the most commonly reported adverse reaction. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Macleods Pharma USA, Inc. at 1-888-943-3210 or 1-855-926-3384 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. …

Do not use if

• Active pathological bleeding, such as peptic ulcer or intracranial hemorrhage ( 4.1 ) • Hypersensitivity to clopidogrel or any component of the product ( 4.2 ) 4.1 Active Bleeding Clopidogrel tablets are contraindicated in patients with active pathological bleeding such as peptic ulcer or intracranial hemorrhage. …

Warnings

• CYP2C19 inhibitors: Avoid concomitant use of omeprazole or esomeprazole. ( 5.1 ) • Bleeding: Clopidogrel increases risk of bleeding. ( 5.2 ) • Discontinuation: Premature discontinuation increases risk of cardiovascular events. Discontinue 5 days prior to elective surgery that has a major risk of bleeding. ( 5.3 ) • Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) has been reported. ( 5.4 ) • Cross-reactivity among thienopyridines has been reported. ( 5.5 ) 5.1 Diminished Antiplatelet Activity in Patients with Impaired CYP2C19 Function Clopidogrel is a prodrug. Inhibition of platelet aggregation by clopidogrel is achieved through an active metabolite. …

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data from cases reported in published literature and postmarketing surveillance with clopidogrel use in pregnant women have not identified any drug-associated risks for major birth defects or miscarriage [see Data]. There are risks to the pregnant woman and fetus associated with myocardial infarction and stroke [ see Clinical Considerations ]. …

General information only, not dosing advice. Always follow the leaflet in your pack and your doctor or pharmacist.

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About Embagrel Capsules

What is in Embagrel Capsules?

Embagrel Capsules contains Clopidogrel; Acetylsalicylic acid (75 mg; 75 mg), as capsule, according to its NAFDAC registration record.

Is Embagrel Capsules registered with NAFDAC?

Yes. Embagrel Capsules is listed on the NAFDAC register under registration number C4-1815, and its registration is active as of 28 October 2026.

Has Embagrel Capsules been flagged as fake or recalled?

No WHO falsified or substandard medical product alert currently matches Embagrel Capsules in our automatically synced alert list.

How can I check that my pack of Embagrel Capsules is genuine?

Run a free authenticity scan with the NAFDAC number C4-1815, your pack's expiry date and batch number to get a Trust Score, compare the pack with the NAFDAC record (ingredient, strength, form, manufacturer), and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

What is Embagrel Capsules used for?

Clopidogrel is a P2Y 12 platelet inhibitor indicated for: • Acute coronary syndrome -For patients with non-ST-segment elevation ACS (unstable angina [UA]/non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction [NSTEMI]), clopidogrel has been shown to reduce the rate of myocardial infarction (MI) and stroke. ( 1.1 ) - For patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), clopidogrel has been shown to reduce (Summarised from the official U.S. FDA label for clopidogrel. Always follow your doctor or pharmacist.)

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