Clopidogrel (Plavix) ACS Medication

Question 1

Classification:

Answer 1

• Antiplatelet

Question 2

Action:

Answer 2

• Blocks platelet aggregation by antagonizing the GP IIb/IIIa receptors

Question 3

Indications:

Answer 3

• ACS
• Chronic coronary and vascular disease
• Ischemic stroke

Question 4

Adverse Effects:

Answer 4

• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Hemorrhage

Question 5

Contraindications:

Answer 5

• History of intracranial hemorrhage
• GI bleed/ trauma
• Known sensitivity

Question 6

Unstable Angina Pectoris/ Non Q Wave AMI Dosage (Adult):

Answer 6

• Single loading dose of 300 to 600 mg PO followed by a daily dose of 75 mg PO

Question 7

Unstable Angina Pectoris/ Non Q Wave AMI Dosage (Pediatric):

Answer 7

• Not recommended for pediatric Pts