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Ticlopidine is as effective as aspirin.
Ticlopidine is as effective as aspirin.
False (B)
What is the primary use of Ticlopidine?
What is the primary use of Ticlopidine?
- Treatment of hypertension
- Prevention of TIA and stroke (correct)
- Management of diabetes
- Relief of anxiety
Which medication is an alternative to aspirin for secondary prevention of stroke?
Which medication is an alternative to aspirin for secondary prevention of stroke?
- Ticlopidine
- Clopidogrel (correct)
- Ibuprofen
- Warfarin
What adverse effects limit the use of Ticlopidine?
What adverse effects limit the use of Ticlopidine?
Aspirin plus clopidogrel must be started within 24 hours of symptom onset in minor stroke or TIA.
Aspirin plus clopidogrel must be started within 24 hours of symptom onset in minor stroke or TIA.
What genetic factors may affect clopidogrel's efficacy?
What genetic factors may affect clopidogrel's efficacy?
Proton-pump inhibitors may increase the efficacy of clopidogrel.
Proton-pump inhibitors may increase the efficacy of clopidogrel.
Study Notes
Ticlopidine vs Aspirin
- Ticlopidine is as effective as aspirin for secondary prevention of stroke
- Ticlopidine is an alternative to aspirin for secondary prevention of stroke
- Adverse effects limit the use of Ticlopidine
Clopidogrel
- Clopidogrel is an alternative to aspirin for secondary prevention of stroke
- Aspirin plus clopidogrel must be started within 24 hours of symptom onset in minor stroke or TIA.
- Clopidogrel's efficacy is affected by genetic factors
- Proton-pump inhibitors may increase the efficacy of clopidogrel.
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Test your knowledge on the use and mechanisms of Ticlopidine and Clopidogrel, two important antiplatelet medications. Learn about their effectiveness in preventing strokes and TIAs, as well as their side effects and drug interactions. This quiz will enhance your understanding of these critical drugs in cardiovascular health.
