Aspirin Flashcards
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Aspirin
Class
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- Platelet inhibitor
- Anti-inflammatory agent
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Aspirin
MOA
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- Prostaglandin inhibitor
3
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Aspirin
Indications
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- New onset chest pain suggestive of AMI
- S&S suggestive of recent CVA
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Aspirin
Contraindications
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- Hypersensitivity
- Active ulcer disease & asthma are relative contraindications
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Aspirin
Adverse reactions
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- Wheezing in allergic pt’s
- Heartburn
- GI bleeding
- Prolonged bleeding
- N/V
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Aspirin
Drug interactions
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- Use with caution in pt allergic to NSAIDs
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Aspirin
Dosage
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- 160 mg to 325 mg PO (chewed if possible)
8
Q
Aspirin
Duration of action
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- Onset: 30-45 min
- Peak: Varies
- **Duration: ** Varies
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Aspirin
Special considerations
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- Preg Cat: D
- Not for peds
