Aspirin/Nitro

What class is aspirin (ASA)?

Platelet inhibitor, NSAID, Anti-inflammatory

What is aspirin’s (ASA) mechanism of action?

Prevents platelets from clumping, antipyretic and analgesic

What are indications for aspirin (ASA)?

New onset of chest pain, relief of mild pain, headache, fever

What are contraindications of aspirin (ASA)?

Hypersensitivity, recent/active bleeding disorders

What are adverse reactions of aspirin (ASA)?

Reye’s syndrome, Nausea, GI Bleeding, Anaphylaxis, Epigastric Distress

What is the dose for aspirin (ASA)?

Oral tablet 162-325 mg. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR PEDS.

What is the class of nitroglycerin?

Vasodilator, Nitrate and Antianginal

What is the mechanism for nitroglycerin?

Smooth muscle relaxant. Dilation of arterioles

What is the indication for nitroglycerin?

Ischemic chest pain, CHF

What are the contraindications for nitroglycerin?

Hypovolemia, intracranial bleeding/head injury, hypotension (SBP less than 100mm Hg), ED meds within last 48 hours

What are adverse reactions for nitroglycerin?

Headache, Dizziness, Dry mouth, Reflex tachycardia, Flushing/Diaphoresis, Muscle twitching, Hypotension

What is the dosage for nitroglycerin?

For Chest pain TABLET OR SL: .4 mg, every 3-5 min (1.2 max)

For CHF TABLET OR SL: 1.2 mg SL. One dose. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR PEDS.