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Aspirin
Cardiac Pharmacology
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the classification of Aspirin? | It is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and a cyclooxygenase (COX) inhibitor |
| What are the contraindications to Aspirin? | - Allergy to medication - Bronchospasm - Angioedema |
| What are the adverse effects of Aspirin? | - Can cause bronchoconstriction in about 10% of asthmatic patients - Nausea, Vomiting, & GI Upset - Allergic reactions - Don't use enteric coated tablets. |
| What is the adult dose for Aspirin? | 160-325 mg PO of non enteric coated ASA |
| Aspirin Indications | Cardiac signs/symptoms with ischemia etiology. |