Haematology Drugs Flashcards
1
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Warfarin
A
CI- pregnant M-INR (once maintained every 3 months- should be between 2.5-3.5) I-7As: Antibiotics Analgesics Antiplatelets Alcohol Antidepressants Anti-pregnancy Amiodarone Advice- never take 2 doses if one dose missed, dont use with NSAIDs and aspirin §
2
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Low molecular weight heparins eg enoxaparin
A
Cautions- patients with renal impairment require dose adjustment
M- FBC, U&Es before treatment, creatine clearnace (shouldnt be <30ml/min)
I-NSAIDs, anticoagulants, antiplatelets
SE-LMWH Low platelets, More bleeding, Weird reactions at injection site, hyperkalaemia, hypersensitivity, Hair loss
3
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Aspirin
A
CI- <16 years old
I- NSAIDs, anticoagulants, SSRIs
SE- ASPIRIN Asthma, Salicylism, Peptic ulcer and Premature closure of ductus arteriosus, Intestinal blood loss, Reyes syndrome, Indigestion, Noise (tinitus)
