Tirofiban

Question 0

Indications and field use of Tirofiban

Answer 0

Infusion monitoring during IF only

Treatment of acute coronary syndrome

Question 1

Mechanism of action of Tirofiban

Answer 1

Reversibly binds with Glycoprotein receptors on the surface of platelets
Antiplatelet agent, platelet aggregation inhibitor

Question 2

Contraindications of Tirofiban

Answer 2

Active internal bleeding or recent history 
History of cerebralvascular accident 
Bleeding diathesis 
Current use of warfarin 
Trauma or major surgery within 6 weeks 
Intracranial neoplasm 
Acute pericarditis

Question 3

Adverse reactions of Tirofiban

Answer 3

Spontaneous bleeding 
Hemorrhagic stroke 
Thrombocytopenia 
Bradycardia 
Edema
Sweating 
Dizziness 
Sweating 
Pain

Question 4

Routes of administration of Tirofiban

Answer 4

IV bolus followed by infusion

Question 5

Brand name of Tirofiban

Answer 5

Aggrastat