<prompt> Why is Clopidogrel preferred over Ticlodipine?CostDrug interactionSide effectEfficacy  <response>: C Side effect TICLOPIDINE like clopidogrel, it is an adenosine diphosphate ADP receptor inhibitor. Clopidogrel due to simpler dosing regimen, the absence of neutropenia, bone marrow aplasia and the lower frequency of other side effects make it a safe alternative to ticlopidinel. 