Heparin Flashcards
1
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Class
A
Anticoagulant
2
Q
Pharmacology
A
Rapid onset coagulant. Exerts direct effect on blood coagulation by inhibitory actions of antithrombinIII on several factors essential to normal blood clotting.
3
Q
Indications
A
To prevent thrombus formation in acute MI
4
Q
Contraindications
A
- Active bleeding
- Pregnancy
- Hemophilia
5
Q
Precautions and side effects
A
- spontaneous bleeding
- hypertension
- headache
- nasal congestion
- bronchospasm
6
Q
Dosage
A
Adult:
5000 units followed by 20,000-40,000 units IV over approx. 24 hours
