Aspirin Flashcards
1
Q
What is the action of Aspirin
A
COX inhibitor
Reduces PG (inflam) Reduces Thromboxanes (platelet clotting)
2
Q
What 7 conditions can Aspirin be given in
A
NSTEMI / STEMI
AF
Acute ischaemic stroke
TIA
Acute migraine
Pyrexia
Prevention of pre-eclampsia
3
Q
what 4 conditions (including special) should Aspirin not be given in
A
Active bleeding
Peptic ulcers
severe cardiac failure
Reye’s Syndrome (w/cold/flu infections)
4
Q
What should not be given with Aspirin
A
Clopidogrel
5
Q
What are 3 side effects of taking Aspirin
A
dyspepsia
Heartburn
Epigastric discomfort
