Antiplatelets

Prevent platelet adhesion-inhibit platelet aggregation. Very beneficial in the prevention of heart attacks, TIAs and strokes.

Acetylsalicylic Acid (ASA)-Aspirin

Contradictions:
*GI Bleeding
*Long term use can alter liver, renal and clotting function (GET LABS FIRST TO MONITOR!!)

Do not give on an empty stomach
Check bleeding tendencies

Adverse Effects:
*Salicylate Poisoning -->See slide
*GI bleeding
*Bronchoconstriction

Plavix

INR