Aspirin Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What are the indications for Aspirin?
A
- Myocardial Ischaemia
- STEMI
2
Q
What are the contraindications for Aspirin?
A
- Known severe allergy
- Third Trimester Pregnancy
3
Q
What are the precautions for Aspirin?
A
- Known Bleeding Disorder
- Clinically Significant Bleeding
- Known worsening of bronchospasm with NSAIDS
4
Q
What is the dosage for aspirin?
A
300mg
5
Q
What is the usual preparation for Aspirin?
A
300 mg dispersible tablets
6
Q
What is the MOA for Aspirin?
A
Aspirin has antiplatelet, fever-reducing, anti-inflammatory, and pain-relieving effects. In emergency settings, it is used mainly to prevent blood clots. It works by blocking an enzyme (cyclooxygenase), which reduces the production of prostaglandins (involved in pain and inflammation) and thromboxane (which helps platelets clot).
