Blood Thinners Flashcards

1
Q

Anticoagulants

A

Prevent thrombi from forming

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2
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Fibrinolytic agent

A

Once a blood clot has formed may be used to dissolve the thrombus and prevent it from breaking off and entering the bloodstream. Promote the digestion of fibrin.

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3
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Platelet inhibitors

A

Interfere with aggregation or collection of platelets, they don’t break them down but prevent further build up of these blood cells

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4
Q

Plavix

A

Clopidogrel

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5
Q

(Xarelto

A

rivaroxaban

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6
Q

Eliquis

A

Apixaban

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7
Q

Coumadin

A

Warfarin

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8
Q

Pradaxa

A

Dabigatran

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