Pharmacology: anti-coagulants & anti-platelets(angina) Flashcards
1
Q
give 4 different types of anti-coagulant
A
warfarin
DOAC(direct oral anticoagulant)
UFH(unfractioned heparin)
LMWH(low molecular weight heparin)
2
Q
describe the action of warfarin
A
Vitamin K antagonist
3
Q
describe the action of UFH
A
activate antithrombin 3
4
Q
describe the action of LMWH
A
anti-factor Xa
5
Q
give an example of a DOAC and its action
A
Rivaroxaban
anti-factor Xa
6
Q
give 2 examples of anti-platelets
A
aspirin
clopidogrel
7
Q
describe the action of aspirin
A
COX inhibitor
8
Q
describe the action of clopidogrel
A
ADP receptor antagonist
9
Q
give 2 side effects of aspirin
A
bleeding and bronchospasm
10
Q
give 2 side effects of clopidogrel
A
bleeding and GI discomfort
11
Q
in what condition should aspirin be administered with caution
A
asthma
