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Class
Analgesic, Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug, Anticoagulant
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Actions
inhibits the formation of prostaglandins acting as an antipyretic agent and an anti-inflammatory agent. Asprin also blocks formation of Thromboxane A2 which causes platelet aggregation and arterial constriction
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Indications
New chest pain which may be cardiac related.
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Contraindications
GI or other bleeding disorders, Asthma attacks, Known hypersensitivity to aspirin.
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Side effects
At high doses may cause sweating, nausea, GI bleeding, fall in blood pressure.
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Dosage and Administration
- 160-325mg P.O. for patients with cardiac related chest pain
- No pediatric dosing.
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