Aspirin Flashcards
1
Q
Class
A
Platelet inhibitor
Anit-inflammatory
2
Q
MOA
A
Prevents platelets from clumping together
3
Q
Indications
A
New onset chest pain suggestive of acute myocardial infarction
4
Q
Reactions/side effects
A
CV: prolonged bleeding
GI/GU: GI Bleeding, nausea, heartburn
other: Reye`s syndrome
5
Q
Dosage and Administration
A
Adult: 324mg PO (Chewing is preferred to swallowing)
Pedi: Not recommended
6
Q
DOA
A
Onset: 30-45 min
PE: variable
Duration: variable
