acetylsalicylic acid / ASA

Question 1

Trade names for acetylsalicylic acid

Answer 1

Bayer Aspirin
Anacin
Bufferin
Excedrin
St. Joseph Adult Low Dose Aspirin
Others

Question 2

Classes for acetylsalicylic acid

Answer 2

Platelet aggregator inhibitor

NSAID

Question 3

MOA for acetylsalicylic acid

Answer 3

Blocks formation of thromboxane A2 which prevents platelets from clumping (aggregating)
Prevents clots from forming

Question 4

Indications for acetylsalicylic acid

Answer 4

Chest pain and/or signs and symptoms suggestive of acute coronary syndrome
Abnormal ECG waveforms suggestive of acute coronary syndrome

Question 5

Contraindications for acetylsalicylic acid

Answer 5

Known hypersensitivity

Not recommended for pediatric patients

Question 6

Adverse reactions to acetylsalicylic acid

Answer 6

None in the emergency setting

Question 7

Route of administration for acetylsalicylic acid

Answer 7

Oral (chewed)

Question 8

Onset/Peak/Duration for acetylsalicylic acid

Answer 8

O: 5-30 minutes
P: 1-2 hours
D: 4-6 hours

Question 9

Adult dosages for acetylsalicylic acid

Answer 9

160-325 mg

Question 10

Special considerations for acetylsalicylic acid

Answer 10

May increase adverse reactions and side effects when administered with anti-inflammatory and anticoagulant drugs

Question 11

Standard supplies for acetylsalicylic acid

Answer 11

81 mg tablet

325 mg tablet