P2Y12 Inhibitors (ADP Inhibitors): Antiplatelet Pharmacology Made Easy

This Is Why with Dr. Busti · Jan 16, 2026 · 44m

In this lesson on P2Y12 inhibitors (ADP inhibitors), you’ll learn the high-yield, test-relevant concepts behind the most common antiplatelet drugs used in cardiovascular care. In this lecture from This is Why, Dr. Busti will break down how platelet aggregation inhibitors work, when they’re used clinically, and the key differences between clopidogrel (Plavix), prasugrel (Effient), ticagrelor (Brilinta), and cangrelor (Kengreal)—so you can apply the “why” behind therapy (not just memorize drug names).

You’ll learn how to:

- The P2Y12 (ADP) receptor and how blocking it reduces platelet…