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Early Dual Antiplatelet Therapy

Beijing Tiantan Hospital · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Early dual antiplatelet therapy combines two antiplatelet agents to inhibit platelet aggregation through different pathways, reducing thrombotic events.

Early dual antiplatelet therapy combines two antiplatelet agents to inhibit platelet aggregation through different pathways, reducing thrombotic events. Used for Acute ischemic stroke (early intervention), Acute coronary syndrome.

At a glance

Generic nameEarly Dual Antiplatelet Therapy
Also known asTicagrelor and Aspirin
SponsorBeijing Tiantan Hospital
Drug classDual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT)
TargetCyclooxygenase (COX) and P2Y12 receptor
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaCardiovascular
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

This therapeutic approach typically combines aspirin (which inhibits cyclooxygenase and thromboxane A2 production) with a P2Y12 receptor antagonist (such as clopidogrel, prasugrel, or ticagrelor) to provide complementary antiplatelet effects. The dual mechanism targets multiple pathways of platelet activation, providing more potent inhibition of clot formation compared to monotherapy, particularly in acute cardiovascular events.

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