Ticagrelor Versus Clopidogrel in Large Vessel Ischemic Stroke

Efficacy and safety of 180 mg loading dose of ticagrelor administered within 24 hours of first-ever ischemic stroke followed by 90 mg bid for 3 months will be assessed through NIHSS, mRS, duration of hospital stay, new ischemic stroke, and possible adverse effects.

Efficacy and safety of 300 mg clopidogrel followed by 75 mg once daily for 3 months will be assessed through NIHSS, mRS, duration of hospital stay, new ischemic stroke, and possible adverse effects.