Understanding Clopidogrel's Interaction with CYP2C19 Inhibitors

Autor: Amy Schueler, Matthew Price
Rok vydání: 2010
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Zdroj: The Journal for Nurse Practitioners. 6:715-720
ISSN: 1555-4155
DOI: 10.1016/j.nurpra.2010.08.014
Popis: Clopidogrel has established efficacy in the treatment and prevention of acute coronary syndrome, coronary artery disease, and peripheral vascular disease. A recent warning issued by the FDA regarding interactions between clopidogrel and certain commonly prescribed medications has important implications in the management of patients' pharmacotherapeutic regimens. This article offers an evidence-based review of clopidogrel pharmacology to better understand the FDA warning. Additionally, the article provides a nurse practitioner-derived action plan for identifying and addressing potential drug interactions in patients, with the goals of maintaining clopidogrel efficacy and adequately managing other comorbid conditions.
Databáze: OpenAIRE