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Which of the following are antiplatelet drugs? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are antiplatelet drugs? (Select all that apply)
- Aspirin (correct)
- Heparin
- Clopidogrel (correct)
- Warfarin
Which drug is classified as a parenteral anticoagulant?
Which drug is classified as a parenteral anticoagulant?
- Enoxaparin (correct)
- Aspirin
- Clopidogrel
- Warfarin
What is the primary use of fibrinolytic drugs?
What is the primary use of fibrinolytic drugs?
To dissolve clots
Aspirin is used to prevent recurrent myocardial infarction.
Aspirin is used to prevent recurrent myocardial infarction.
Match the following drugs with their classifications:
Match the following drugs with their classifications:
Bleeding is a side effect of Ticlopidine and Clopidogrel.
Bleeding is a side effect of Ticlopidine and Clopidogrel.
What are common adverse effects associated with anticoagulant therapy?
What are common adverse effects associated with anticoagulant therapy?
Name an antidote for severe bleeding due to anticoagulant overdose.
Name an antidote for severe bleeding due to anticoagulant overdose.
Which of the following is a new oral anticoagulant?
Which of the following is a new oral anticoagulant?
Which food is considered to have a high vitamin K content?
Which food is considered to have a high vitamin K content?
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Antiplatelet Drugs
- Aspirin, Ticlopidine, and Clopidogrel are all antiplatelet drugs.
- Antiplatelet drugs inhibit platelet aggregation, preventing blood clots from forming.
Parenteral Anticoagulant
- Heparin is classified as a parenteral anticoagulant.
- Heparin is administered intravenously or subcutaneously.
Fibrinolytic Drugs
- Fibrinolytic drugs are used to dissolve existing blood clots.
- They are used in the treatment of myocardial infarction, stroke, and pulmonary embolism.
Aspirin and Myocardial Infarction
- Aspirin is used to prevent recurrent myocardial infarction (heart attack).
- Aspirin inhibits platelet aggregation, preventing blood clots from forming in the coronary arteries.
Drug Classifications
- Aspirin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with antiplatelet properties.
- Heparin is an anticoagulant.
- Ticlopidine and Clopidogrel are antiplatelet drugs.
- Fibrinolytics are a class of drugs that dissolve blood clots.
Side Effects of Antiplatelet Drugs
- Bleeding is a common side effect of Ticlopidine and Clopidogrel.
- This is because they inhibit platelet aggregation, which is essential for normal blood clotting.
Adverse Effects of Anticoagulant Therapy
- Bleeding is a major adverse effect associated with anticoagulant therapy.
- Other adverse effects include hematuria (blood in urine) and gastrointestinal bleeding.
Anticoagulant Overdose
- Protamine sulfate is an antidote for severe bleeding due to anticoagulant overdose.
- It binds to heparin, neutralizing its anticoagulant effects.
New Oral Anticoagulant
- Rivaroxaban is a new oral anticoagulant.
- It is a direct factor Xa inhibitor, meaning it directly inhibits the coagulation factor Xa, a key enzyme in the coagulation cascade.
Vitamin K Content
- Green leafy vegetables are considered to have a high vitamin K content.
- Vitamin K is essential for blood clotting and can affect the effectiveness of anticoagulants.
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