Aspirin / Acetylsalicylic Acid / ASA

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PHARMACOLOGY & ACTIONS

• Aspirin inhibits prostaglandin and disrupts platelet function.

• It is also a mild analgesic and anti-inflammatory.

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INDICATIONS

• Adult patients with suspected acute coronary syndrome.

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ABSOLUTE CONTRAINDICATIONS

• Active GI bleeding.

• If patient has taken 324 mg within the last 24 hours.

• Aspirin allergy.

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PRECAUTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS

• May cause GI discomfort and nausea.

• May cause wheezing.

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ADMINISTRATION

Oral

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Onset:

5─30 minutes

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Peak Effect:

1─2 hours

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Duration:

4─6 hours

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GUIDELINES CONTAINING ASPIRIN

• Chest Pain/Acute Coronary Syndrome/ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI): Adult