Pharmacology - Anticoagulants & Antiplatelet Drugs

Learn about anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs in this comprehensive pharmacology video. Explore the pathophysiology of blood clot formation, platelet function, and the coagulation cascade. Discover the mechanisms of action for various platelet inhibitors, anticoagulants, and thrombolytic agents. Gain insights into drugs used for treating bleeding disorders and their clinical applications in conditions like myocardial infarction, thrombotic stroke, and venous thromboembolism. Cover key topics including ADP receptors, glycoprotein IIb/IIIa receptors, cyclooxygenase-1 enzyme, fibrinogen, antithrombin, heparin-induced thrombocytopenia, and INR. Examine specific medications such as Aspirin, Clopidogrel, Heparin, Warfarin, and various thrombolytics, along with their roles in managing blood clotting disorders.