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Tirofiban is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Tirofiban depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Tirofiban is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tirofiban is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Tirofiban safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Tirofiban during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Tirofiban safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Tirofiban for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Tirofiban on the Kidneys?
Tirofiban can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Tirofiban on the Liver?
Tirofiban is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Tirofiban on the Heart?
Tirofiban may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Tirofiban should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tirofiban unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tirofiban habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Tirofiban.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Tirofiban does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Tirofiban is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tirofiban cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Tirofiban
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Tirofiban together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tirofiban
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tirofiban.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aggrastat* (tirofiban hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 631-633
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1208-1210