Information about Tirofiban Hcl

Generic Name : Tirofiban Hcl
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Tirofiban Hcl are provided here.

Pronunciation : tye-roe-FYE-ban

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Tirofiban Hcl, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y44.2 Therapeutic Classification : Anticoagulants / Antithrombotics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Tirofiban Hcl

India :

Aggramed, Aggrastat, Aggribloc, Aggritor, Agraban, GP-2 Ban, Tiroban, Tirofuse, Xtrabaniv

International :

Aggrastat

Why is Tirofiban Hcl Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a platelet aggregation inhibitor, prescribed for the management of patients with unstable angina or non-Q-wave myocardial infarction, including patients who may subsequently undergo percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) with other medications.

When should Tirofiban Hcl not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with active internal bleeding, stroke, brain tumor, aneurysm, trauma, high blood pressure, and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Tirofiban Hcl?

Adult: IV- Non-ST-segment elevation MI; Unstable angina- Loading dose: 0.4 mcg/kg/min for 30 mins, then 0.1 mcg/kg/min for ≥24-48 hours.

How should Tirofiban Hcl be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Tirofiban Hcl?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of decreased blood platelets, high blood volume, kidney impairment, bleeding problems in the eye, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• It may reduce platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising to prevent bleeding.

• Monitor complete blood counts regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Tirofiban Hcl?

Most Common - Major bleeding.
Body as a Whole - Fever and chills.
Central Nervous System - Dizziness.
Skin - Sweating.
Musculoskeletal - Leg pain.
Heart - Slow heart beat.