Apirin

Question 1

Indications for Aspirin

Answer 1

• MI
• STEMI

Question 2

Contraindications for aspirin

Answer 2

• Known severe allergy
• Third trimester pregnancy

Question 3

Cautions for aspirin

Answer 3

• Known bleeding disorder
• Clinically significant bleeding
• Worsening bronchospasm with NSAIDS

Question 4

Actions of aspirin

Answer 4

Used for its anti-platelet effect. Reduces the formation of prostaglandis and thromboxane

Question 5

Aspirin Dosage

Answer 5

300mg chewed

Question 6

Aspirin Side effects/onset time

Answer 6

• NIL side effects increased bleeding/GI ulcers
• onset 30-60mins