This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Miscellaneous (Pharmacology), Subject name: Pharmacology
Why is Clopidogrel preferred over Ticlodipine? 
Select and explain. 
A. Cost, B. Drug interaction, C. Side effect, D. Efficacy
C: Side effect
Answer: C: Side effect 
Explanation: (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.