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Which of the following is an example of a parenteral anticoagulant?
Which of the following is an example of a parenteral anticoagulant?
- Enoxaparin (correct)
- Warfarin
- Clopidogrel
- Alteplase
What is a known adverse effect of fibrinolytic drugs?
What is a known adverse effect of fibrinolytic drugs?
- Nausea
- Rash
- Hemorrhage (correct)
- Hypertension
Which of the following drugs is classified as an antiplatelet agent?
Which of the following drugs is classified as an antiplatelet agent?
- Dabigatran
- Enoxaparin
- Fondaparinux
- Abciximab (correct)
What is the mechanism of action of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin?
What is the mechanism of action of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin?
Which new oral anticoagulant is classified as a direct thrombin inhibitor?
Which new oral anticoagulant is classified as a direct thrombin inhibitor?
Which of the following foods is categorized under moderate interaction with anticoagulants?
Which of the following foods is categorized under moderate interaction with anticoagulants?
What is a possible side effect of high doses of aspirin?
What is a possible side effect of high doses of aspirin?
Which drug is considered an alternative to heparin in case of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT)?
Which drug is considered an alternative to heparin in case of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT)?
Flashcards
Antiplatelet Drugs
Antiplatelet Drugs
Drugs that prevent the formation of blood clots by interfering with platelet aggregation.
Anticoagulants
Anticoagulants
Drugs that prevent the formation of blood clots by inhibiting the coagulation cascade.
Fibrinolytic Drugs
Fibrinolytic Drugs
Drugs that break down existing blood clots.
Bleeding
Bleeding
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Heparin and Heparinoids
Heparin and Heparinoids
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Vitamin K Antagonists (VKA)
Vitamin K Antagonists (VKA)
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New Oral Anticoagulants (NOACs)
New Oral Anticoagulants (NOACs)
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Food-Drug Interactions
Food-Drug Interactions
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Study Notes
Antiplatelet Drugs for Deep Vein Thrombosis
- Antiplatelet drugs include aspirin, clopidogrel, cilostazol, abciximab, and dipyridamole.
Anticoagulants
- Oral anticoagulants include warfarin and dicumarol.
- Parenteral anticoagulants include heparin (natural), enoxaparin (fractionated heparin), and deltaparin.
Fibrinolytic Drugs
- Fibrinolytic drugs, such as alteplase, urokinase, and streptokinase, are administered parenterally to dissolve clots.
- Adverse effects include hemorrhage and hypersensitivity reactions.
- Treatments for bleeding include aminocaproic acid or tranexamic acid, which inhibit fibrinolysis.
Aspirin Side Effects
- Side effect of aspirin is bleeding, especially in the gastrointestinal tract. This is due to inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis.
- High doses of aspirin and other salicylates directly affect hypoprothrombinemic activity and may increase the likelihood of bleeding.
Other Anticoagulants
- Unfractionated heparin (UFH).
- Low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) (enoxaparin, dalteparin).
- Pentasaccharide-direct factor Xa inhibitor (fondaparinux).
- Hirudin (alternatives to heparin in case of HIT: Lepirudin, Bivaluridin).
- Heparinoids (danaparoid)
- Oral Anticoagulants (vitamin K antagonists (VKA); Coumadin (warfarin)).
Other Drugs
- Ticlopidine and clopidogrel: side effect is bleeding which may range in severity from mild nosebleeds to life-threatening hemorrhage
- New Oral Anticoagulants (NOACs): dabigatran, rivaroxaban, apixaban, and edoxaban.
Drug Interactions with Food
- Note that certain foods may have moderate interactions with certain drugs. These are noted in the provided document, but specific details are not included in these notes.
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Description
This quiz covers key concepts related to antiplatelet, anticoagulant, and fibrinolytic drugs used in the treatment of deep vein thrombosis. You will explore the mechanisms, side effects, and treatment protocols associated with these medications. Ideal for students studying pharmacology or healthcare professionals looking to refresh their knowledge.
