Sibrafiban
Sibrafiban
Sibrafiban (pronounced: si-bra-fi-ban) is a pharmaceutical drug used as an anticoagulant and antiplatelet agent. It is a synthetic compound that acts as a selective inhibitor of the glycoprotein IIb/IIIa receptor, which plays a crucial role in the process of platelet aggregation.
Etymology
The name 'Sibrafiban' is derived from its chemical structure and its pharmacological action. 'Sibra' is an abbreviation of its chemical name, while 'fiban' is a common suffix used for drugs that inhibit the glycoprotein IIb/IIIa receptor.
Pharmacology
Sibrafiban works by selectively inhibiting the glycoprotein IIb/IIIa receptor on the surface of platelets. This prevents the binding of fibrinogen to the receptor, which in turn inhibits platelet aggregation and clot formation. This makes Sibrafiban an effective anticoagulant and antiplatelet agent.
Related Terms
- Anticoagulant: A type of drug that prevents blood clots from forming.
- Antiplatelet agent: A type of drug that inhibits the aggregation of platelets, which are small blood cells that play a key role in blood clotting.
- Glycoprotein IIb/IIIa receptor: A receptor found on the surface of platelets that plays a crucial role in the process of platelet aggregation and clot formation.
- Fibrinogen: A protein found in the blood that is converted into fibrin during the clotting process.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sibrafiban
- Wikipedia's article - Sibrafiban
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