Yes, Ticlid and Ticlopidine refer to the same medication. Ticlid is the brand name under which Ticlopidine is marketed. Ticlopidine is the generic name of the drug. Both terms are used interchangeably to describe the same medication, which is primarily used to prevent strokes in individuals who have a history of stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA).
Brand names like Ticlid are often more recognizable to patients, while generic names like Ticlopidine are used in pharmacology and medical literature. The active ingredient and therapeutic effects of Ticlid and Ticlopidine are identical; the difference lies in the name and often in pricing (generic versions tend to be less expensive).
When discussing medication with healthcare providers or pharmacists, it's important to clarify whether they are referring to Ticlid (brand name) or Ticlopidine (generic name), but both terms denote the same drug.