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Triflusal

Triflusal is a pharmaceutical drug that is used as an antiplatelet agent. It is primarily prescribed for the prevention of thromboembolic disorders, such as stroke and myocardial infarction. Triflusal is chemically related to aspirin, but it has a different mechanism of action and side effect profile.

Mechanism of Action

Triflusal works by inhibiting the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX), which is involved in the synthesis of thromboxane A2, a potent inducer of platelet aggregation. Unlike aspirin, triflusal also increases the levels of nitric oxide and prostacyclin, both of which have vasodilatory and antiplatelet effects. This dual action contributes to its effectiveness in preventing blood clots.

Clinical Uses

Triflusal is used in the prevention of thromboembolic events in patients with a history of transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) or ischemic stroke. It is also used in patients with peripheral artery disease and those who have undergone coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). The drug is often chosen for patients who are intolerant to aspirin or who have a higher risk of bleeding.

Side Effects

Common side effects of triflusal include gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Unlike aspirin, triflusal has a lower risk of causing gastrointestinal bleeding. Other side effects may include headache, dizziness, and rash.

Pharmacokinetics

Triflusal is administered orally and is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. It is extensively metabolized in the liver to its active metabolite, 2-hydroxy-4-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid (HTB), which is responsible for most of its antiplatelet activity. The drug and its metabolites are excreted primarily in the urine.

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-'''Triflusal''' is a [[salicylate]] derivative pharmaceutical drug that is primarily used as an [[antiplatelet agent]]. It is classified under the category of [[nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs]] (NSAIDs) and is marketed under various brand names across the globe.
+== Triflusal ==
-== Pharmacology ==
+[[File:Triflusal.svg|thumb|Chemical structure of Triflusal]]
-Triflusal is a potent inhibitor of [[platelet aggregation]], which is a crucial step in the formation of [[blood clots]]. It works by irreversibly inhibiting the enzyme [[cyclooxygenase]], thereby preventing the synthesis of [[thromboxane A2]], a substance that promotes platelet aggregation and blood clot formation.
+'''Triflusal''' is a [[pharmaceutical drug]] that is used as an [[antiplatelet agent]]. It is primarily prescribed for the prevention of [[thromboembolic disorders]], such as [[stroke]] and [[myocardial infarction]]. Triflusal is chemically related to [[aspirin]], but it has a different mechanism of action and side effect profile.
+== Mechanism of Action ==
+Triflusal works by inhibiting the enzyme [[cyclooxygenase]] (COX), which is involved in the synthesis of [[thromboxane A2]], a potent inducer of platelet aggregation. Unlike aspirin, triflusal also increases the levels of [[nitric oxide]] and [[prostacyclin]], both of which have vasodilatory and antiplatelet effects. This dual action contributes to its effectiveness in preventing blood clots.
 == Clinical Uses ==
+Triflusal is used in the prevention of thromboembolic events in patients with a history of [[transient ischemic attack]]s (TIAs) or [[ischemic stroke]]. It is also used in patients with [[peripheral artery disease]] and those who have undergone [[coronary artery bypass grafting]] (CABG). The drug is often chosen for patients who are intolerant to aspirin or who have a higher risk of bleeding.
-Triflusal is primarily used for the prevention of [[stroke]] and [[myocardial infarction]] (heart attack) in patients with a high risk of these conditions. It is also used in the management of [[angina pectoris]], a condition characterized by chest pain due to reduced blood flow to the heart.
 == Side Effects ==
+Common side effects of triflusal include [[gastrointestinal]] disturbances such as [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], and [[diarrhea]]. Unlike aspirin, triflusal has a lower risk of causing [[gastrointestinal bleeding]]. Other side effects may include [[headache]], [[dizziness]], and [[rash]].
-Like other NSAIDs, triflusal can cause a range of side effects. These may include gastrointestinal issues such as [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], and [[diarrhea]], as well as more serious complications like [[gastrointestinal bleeding]] and [[peptic ulcer]] disease. Other potential side effects include [[allergic reactions]], [[dizziness]], and [[headache]].
+== Pharmacokinetics ==
+Triflusal is administered orally and is rapidly absorbed from the [[gastrointestinal tract]]. It is extensively metabolized in the liver to its active metabolite, 2-hydroxy-4-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid (HTB), which is responsible for most of its antiplatelet activity. The drug and its metabolites are excreted primarily in the urine.
-== Contraindications ==
-Triflusal is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to the drug or other salicylates. It should also be used with caution in patients with a history of [[gastrointestinal disorders]], [[renal impairment]], or [[liver disease]].
-== Drug Interactions ==
-Triflusal may interact with other drugs, including other NSAIDs, [[anticoagulants]], and certain [[antihypertensives]]. Therefore, it is important for patients to inform their healthcare provider of all medications they are currently taking.
-== See Also ==
+== Related Pages ==
+* [[Aspirin]]
 * [[Antiplatelet drug]]
-* [[Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug]]
+* [[Thromboembolism]]
 * [[Stroke]]
-* [[Myocardial infarction]]
-[[Category:Pharmaceutical drugs]]
+== References ==
-[[Category:Antiplatelet agents]]
+{{Reflist}}
+[[Category:Antiplatelet drugs]]
 [[Category:Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs]]
-{{pharma-stub}}