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ticagrelor + ASA

Peking University Third Hospital · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Ticagrelor and aspirin work together to inhibit platelet aggregation through different pathways, reducing blood clot formation.

Ticagrelor and aspirin work together to inhibit platelet aggregation through different pathways, reducing blood clot formation. Used for Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) for reduction of cardiovascular death, myocardial infarction, and stent thrombosis, Secondary prevention of atherothrombotic events in patients with prior myocardial infarction.

At a glance

Generic nameticagrelor + ASA
SponsorPeking University Third Hospital
Drug classDual antiplatelet agent
TargetP2Y12 receptor (ticagrelor); cyclooxygenase (aspirin)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaCardiovascular
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Ticagrelor is a P2Y12 receptor antagonist that reversibly blocks ADP-induced platelet activation, while aspirin irreversibly inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX) to prevent thromboxane A2 synthesis. Together, this dual antiplatelet combination provides more potent inhibition of platelet function than either agent alone, reducing thrombotic events in acute coronary syndromes and other cardiovascular conditions.

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