Posted: August 16th, 2017

Which of the following medications are used to reverse the effects of heparin?

Which of the following medications are used to reverse the effects of heparin?
a) Protamine sulfate
Protamine sulfate is known as the antagonist to heparin.
b) Streptokinase
Streptokinase is a thrombolytic agent.
c) Clopidigrel (Plavix)
Clopidigrel (Plavix) is an antiplatelet medication that is given to reduce the risk of thrombus formation post coronary stent placement.
d) Aspirin
The antiplatelet effect of aspirin does not reverse the effects of heparin.