CCP Tirofiban Flashcards
1
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Drug class
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Antiplatelet
2
Q
Pharmacology
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Is a glycoprotein (GP) inhibitor that prevents binding of fibrinogen, von Willebrand factor & other adhesive molecules to the platelet group IIB/IIIA receptor sites, thereby preventing platelet aggregation
3
Q
Indications
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- Reduction of ischaemic events associated with ACS & prior to PCI
- Crit Care pts during tx
