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What medicines may increase the chance of bleeding after thrombolytic therapy?
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∙ 13y ago
aspirin and other medicines for pain and inflammation; blood thinners (anticoagulants); antiseizure medicines, including divalproex (Depakote) and valproic acid (Depakene)
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What interactions may occurs with thrombolytic therapy?
Among the medicines that may increase the chance of bleeding are: aspirin and other medicines for pain and inflammation, blood thinners (anticoagulants), antiseizure medicines, such as Depakote.
What side effects does thrombolytic therapy have?
Anyone who has fever or who notices bleeding or oozing from their gums, from cuts, or from the site where the thrombolytic agent was injected should immediately tell their health care provider. People who are given thrombolytic.
What is the purpose of thrombolytic therapy?
Thrombolytic therapy is used to dissolve blood clots in order to treat conditions such as heart attacks, strokes, and pulmonary embolisms. By breaking up the clot, thrombolytic therapy helps to restore blood flow to affected areas and prevent further damage.
What precautions regarding thrombolytic therapy should be taken?
To lower the risk of serious bleeding, people who are given thrombolytic medications should move around as little as possible and should not try to get up on their own unless told to do so
What dietary supplements can increase the risk of hemorrhagic stroke after thrombolytic therapy?
High doses of vitamin E can increase the risk of hemorrhagic stroke. Ginger, borage, angelica, dong quai, feverfew, and other herbs can intensify the anticlotting effect of thrombolytic medications
What is thrombolytic therapy?
the use of drugs that dissolve blood clots. The name "thrombolytic" comes from two Greek words that mean "clot" and "loosening."
How does thrombolytic therapy compare to stenting?
stenting is the preferred treatment, since it both removes the clot and opens the blood vessel, which may have internal cholesterol deposits. Thrombolytic therapy only removes the clot
What dosage of thrombolytic therapy is normal?
The physician supervising thrombolytic therapy decides on the proper dose for each patient. He or she will take into account the type of drug, the purpose for which it is being used, and in some cases, the patient's weight.
What is an alternative to angioplasty for some patients?
thrombolytic therapy (treatment with drugs that dissolve blood clots) is an alternative
Of what conditions should a physician in charge be apprised before thrombolytic therapy?
For thrombolytic therapy to be effective in treating stroke or heart attack, prompt medical attention is very important. The drugs must be given within a few hours of the beginning of a stroke or heart attack. However, this treatment is not right for.
How does a doctor treat bronchiectasis?
Bronchiectasis is usually treated with medicines, hydration, rest and chest physical therapy. Surgery may be required if there is a lot of bleeding or an isolated section of lung is affected.
Who should not use shiatsu?
Individuals with certain health conditions such as clotting disorders, infectious skin diseases, or severe osteoporosis should avoid shiatsu massage. Pregnant women, individuals with recent surgeries, or those with open wounds should also consult a healthcare provider before trying shiatsu.
