Anti-fibrinolytic drugs Flashcards

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Tranexamic acid

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  • Reduce breakdown of clots
  • Inhibit ‘plasminogen -> plasmin’
  • given to women with heavy menstruation
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Aminocaproic acid

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  • Interferes with the ability of plasmin to bind to the fibrin and promotes clotting
  • used in dentist for excessive bleeding
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DDAVP

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  • desmopressin
  • V2 agonist
  • increase release of von Willebrand factor and form blood clots
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