What is Aggrastat? Uses, warnings & side effects

How to take Aggrastat

• Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein. This medicine is given slowly, so the needle will remain in place for several hours.

• Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.

What to do if you miss a dose of Aggrastat

Aggrastat contraindications - Who shouldn't take Aggrastat?

• This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive this medicine if you had an allergic reaction or other problems caused by tirofiban. You should not receive this medicine if you have a history of severe bleeding problems or major surgery or injury in the past 30 days.

Aggrastat warnings

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease

• This medicine may cause the following problems:Major bleeding problems

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Aggrastat interactions & what to avoid when taking Aggrastat

• Some foods and medicines can affect how tirofiban works. Tell your doctor if you are using aspirin, a blood thinner (such as heparin), or any medicine that dissolves blood clots.

• This medicine may cause the following problems:Major bleeding problems

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.