Aspirin Flashcards
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Aspirin - Type
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Non steroidal anti-inflammatory
2
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Aspirin - Presentation
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300mg tab
3
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Aspirin - Actions (2)
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- Inhibits platelet function
2. Suppresses inflammation, reduces fever, relieves pain
4
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Aspirin - Use
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Suspected myocardial ischaemia - reducing platelet aggregation and limiting clot development
5
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Aspirin - Adverse effects (3)
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- Allergic reactions
- Aggravation of bleeding tendencies
- Gastric irritation
6
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Aspirin - Contraindications (4)
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- Known or suspected allergy to salicylate
- Known or suspected active bleeding
- Known bleeding tendency
- Chest pain associated with psychostimulant overdose
7
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Aspirin - Dose
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1 tablet (300mg)
½ tablet (150mg) if on warfarin
Single dose only
Not for paediatrics