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Association Between CYP2C19 Genotype and P2Y12 Reaction Units in Patients Receiving Clopidogrel After Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Prospective, Observational Study

Sep 2026 · Pharmacotherapy · Vol 46 · 0 citations · 18 references
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PRUs appear to vary by CYP2C19 genotype in patients receiving DAPT after minor AIS or TIA, suggesting utility as a surrogate marker of clopidogrel nonresponse when genotyping is unavailable, and not associated with short‐term clinical outcomes.

Abstract

Recurrent stroke accounts for substantial morbidity and mortality worldwide, with up to 25% of ischemic strokes occurring in patients with prior strokes. Dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) with aspirin and clopidogrel is standard for secondary prevention after minor acute ischemic stroke (AIS) or high‐risk transient ischemic attack (TIA). However, clopidogrel efficacy is reduced in carriers of cytochrome P450 2C19 (CYP2C19) loss‐of‐function (LOF) alleles. Although genotype‐guided DAPT has been shown to improve outcomes, the limited availability, high cost, and turnaround time of CYP2C19 genotyping constrain real‐world use. P2Y12 reaction units (PRUs) measured by the VerifyNow P2Y12 assay represent a potentially accessible alternative, but their relevance in the cerebrovascular population remains unclear.

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