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DRUG ICARDS
Ticagrelor
Question | Answer |
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Mechanism of action | Ticagrelor has antiplatelet activity. It produces reversible inhibition of the ADP receptor on platelets, decreasing platelet aggregation |
Indications | STEMI, in conjunction with the primary PCI pathway |
Contraindication | Known severe allergy |
Caution (3) | -Clinically significant bleeding, Ticagrelor will increase bleeding. -At risk of bleeding. -Pregnancy |
Dosage | 180mg for an adult Usual preparation 90mg tablets |