Aspirin Flashcards
1
Q
Indicators for use of aspirin
A
Myocardial ischaemia
2
Q
Contraindications
A
Known severe allergy
3rd trimester of pregnancy
3
Q
Cautions for use
A
Bleeding disorder
Clinically significant bleeding
Known worsening bronchospasm due to NSAIDs
4
Q
Dosage and route
A
300mg ( 1 tablet )
PO ( per oral )
5
Q
Side effects of aspirin
A
Increase in bleeding
With long term use gastrointestinal ulceration and bleeding
Aspirin displaces warfarin
6
Q
MOA ( mechanism of action )
A
Anti platelet
Anti inflammatory
Antipyretic
Analgesic
In out of hospital use we use it for its anti platelet properties
7
Q
Drug life span
A
Onset 30-60min
Duration: 3-5 days for antiplatelet activity
