Anti-Platelet Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
Aspirin
A
Irreversible COX inhibitor
Prevents TxA2 Production (normally induces GPIIa/IIIb expression)
2
Q
Clopidogrel
A
Once activated by P-450, irreversible antagonizes ADP receptors.
ADP usually upregulates GPIIa/IIIb
3
Q
Abciximab
A
Monoclonal antibody against IIb/IIIa