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Functional Class
Salicylate, Analgesic, Antiplatelet, Antipyretic
Mechanism of Action
Blocks production of Cycloocygenase (COX) for antiplatelet
Inhibits prostaglandin synthesis for pain control
Centrally-mediated peripheral vasodilation and sweating reduces fever
Indications
Suspected AMI
Chest pain
ACS
Contraindications
Hypersensitvity
Precautions
Peptic ulcer
Asthma
Side Effects
Overdose may result in toxicity
:
Dizziness
N/V
Abdominal pain
Thrombocytopenia
Easy bruising
Metabolic acidosis
Interactions
Incompatible with uricosic agents
Anticoagulants increase risk of bleeding
Dosage and Route
160-325 mg PO
Author
amerelman
ID
25213
Card Set
MED-Aspirin
Description
MED-Aspirin
Updated
2010-06-29T17:10:58Z
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