Haematology Flashcards
1
Q
What drugs are anti platelets?
A
- ADP receptor antagonists (e.g clopidogrel)
- Aspirin
2
Q
What drugs are anticoagulants?
A
- DOACS
- Warfarin
- Heparin
- LMWH
3
Q
What drug reverses the action of DOACs, Heaprin and fondaparinux?
A
Andexanet α
- Modified form of Xa
4
Q
What drug reverses the action of warfarin?
A
Phytomenadione
- Replenishes vitamin K1
5
Q
What drug reverses the action of heparin?
A
Protamine
6
Q
What test is used to check the action of warfarin?
A
INR (target 2-3)
7
Q
What test is an indication of anticoagulation in LMWH?
A
Antifactor Xa assay
- Only used during pregnancy, renal impairment and significant abnormal body weight
8
Q
What test is used to check the anticoagulation of Heparin?
A
Activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT)
Target APTR (1.5 - 2.5)
