Tirofiban Flashcards
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Indications and field use of Tirofiban
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Infusion monitoring during IF only
Treatment of acute coronary syndrome
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Mechanism of action of Tirofiban
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Reversibly binds with Glycoprotein receptors on the surface of platelets
Antiplatelet agent, platelet aggregation inhibitor
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Contraindications of Tirofiban
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Active internal bleeding or recent history History of cerebralvascular accident Bleeding diathesis Current use of warfarin Trauma or major surgery within 6 weeks Intracranial neoplasm Acute pericarditis
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Adverse reactions of Tirofiban
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Spontaneous bleeding Hemorrhagic stroke Thrombocytopenia Bradycardia Edema Sweating Dizziness Sweating Pain
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Routes of administration of Tirofiban
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IV bolus followed by infusion
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Brand name of Tirofiban
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Aggrastat
