Heparin

Question 1

Indications

Answer 1

ST elevation ( stemi ) where required as an adjunctive therapy With tenecteplase to reduce risk of re infection.

Question 2

Actions

Answer 2

Anticoagulant

Question 3

Contra indications

Answer 3

Haemophilia and other haemorrhaging disorders
Thrombocytopenia
Severe hypertension
Severe liver disease

Question 4

Route

Answer 4

Intravenous

Question 5

Dosage

Answer 5

Less then 67kg = 4000 units in 0.8ml

More than 67kg = 5000 units in 1ml