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Heparin Flashcards

1
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Generic name

A

Heparin

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2
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Trade Name

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None

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3
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Class

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Anticoagulant

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4
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Mechanism of Action

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Blocks the conversion of prothrombin to thrombin and prevents the conversion of fibrinogen to fibrin

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5
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Indications

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Acute myocardial infarction
Prophylaxis and treatment of thromboembolic disorders (DVT , PE)

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Contraindications

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Hypersensitivity
Active bleeding
Recent intracranial, intraspinal , eye surgery
Severe Hypertension

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Side effects / adverse reactions

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Hemorrhage
Pain
Bruising
Hematuria
Gi bleeding
Shock
Thrombocytopenia

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Adult dose

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Bolus 60 U/KG max 4,000 U IV/SQ
Infusion 12-15 U/KG HR max 1,000 U/HR

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Pediatric dose

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Not recommended

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Drug Interactions

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Chance of bleeding increases when used in conjunction with other anticoagulants

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Duration of Action

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Onset - immediate IV 20-60 minutes SQ
Peak - variable
Duration - 4-8 hours

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