Mechanism of Action of Prasugrel
Introduction Prasugrel is a thienopyridine antiplatelet drug used to prevent thrombotic cardiovascular events in patients with acute coronary syndrome undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). It inhibits platelet activation and aggregation by irreversibly blocking ADP receptors on platelets. Compared with clopidogrel, prasugrel produces more rapid and potent platelet inhibition. Mechanism of Action (Step-wise) A key exam … Read more