ASA
Class
Platelet Aggregator Inhibitor, Anti-Inflammatory Agent
Description
Aspirin is an anti-inflammatory agent and an inhibitor of platelet function.
This makes it a useful agent in the treatment of various thromboembolic diseases
such as acute myocardial infarction.
Indications
• New chest pain suggestive of acute myocardial infarction (AMI)
• Signs and symptoms suggestive of recent stroke (CVA) if without cerebral
bleeding
Contraindications
1. Allergy to aspirin: aspirin is contraindicated in patients with know
hypersensitivity to the drug.
2. It is relatively contraindicated in patients with active ulcer disease and
asthma, bleedingdisorders, hemorrhagic CVA, children.
Adverse Reactions
Aspirin can cause heartburn, GI bleeding, nausea, vomiting, wheezing, stomach
irritation, indigestion, and prolong bleeding.
Drug Interactions
When administered together, aspirin and other anti-inflammatory agents may cause
an increased incidence of side effects and increased blood levels of both drugs.
Administration of aspirin with antacids may reduce the blood level of the drug
by decreasing absorption.
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