Antiplatelet drugs mechanism of action

This in this video you will learn about normal #platelet function in #hemostasis and thrombosis. After that mechanism of action of #antiplatelet drugs are discussed.

Topics:
0:00 Platelet formation and structure
0:52 Platelet adhesion, activation, and aggregation
3:32 Mechanism of action of Antiplatelet drugs
4:03 Aspirin
6:12 Thienopyridines (Clopidogrel)
7:04 Newer P2Y12 inhibitors (Ticagrelor)
7:52 GPIIb/IIIa antagonist (Tirofiban)
8:59 Dipyridamole, and Cilostazol

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