Anticoagulants Flashcards
1
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Prototype
A
Heparin (parentral, quick onset)
Warfrin (Oral, long term managment)
2
Q
MOA
A
Inhibits clotting factors to prevent thrombus formation and growth
3
Q
Primary use
A
prevent clot formation in veins
4
Q
Adverse effects
A
Abnormal bleeding
Heparin only: Heparin induced thrombocytopenia
5
Q
Reversal agents
A
Heparin: Protamine sulfate
Warfarin: phytonadione
6
Q
Labs to monitor
A
Heparin: PTT
Warfrin: PT & INR