Uses of Tirofiban

Tirofiban is used to assist the blood flow to the heart and prevent chest pain and heart attacks. It may also be used in patients whose heart vessels are dilated with a balloon (a procedure known as percutaneous coronary intervention where a small tube or stent is implanted to improve the blood flow to the heart).

Therapeutic Category

Tirofiban: Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors

How Tirofiban works

Tirofiban is a reversible antagonist of fibrinogen that binds to the glycoprotein (GP) IIb/IIIa receptor, the major platelet surface receptor involved in platelet aggregation. It works by preventing platelets, cells found in the blood, from forming blood clots.

Common side effects of Tirofiban

• Bleeding post surgery
• Bleeding under the skin at the site of an injection, or into a muscle, causing swelling
• Small red bruises on the skin
• Invisible blood in urine or stool
• Nausea
• Headache
• Blood in urine or while coughing
• Bleeding in the nose, gums, and mouth or from the puncture site
• Reduction in red blood cells
• Decreases in platelet count
• Fever

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you experience:

• Signs of bleeding in the skull such as headache, sensory impairments (visual or hearing), speech difficulties, numbness or difficulty in movement or balance
• Signs of internal bleeding such as coughing up blood or blood in urine or stool
• Signs of serious allergic reactions such as breathing difficulty and dizziness
• In case of accidental overdosage

Health Tips for Tirofiban

• It's important to maintain good hydration while on Tirofiban. Drinking plenty of water can help prevent complications related to your treatment
• Inform your healthcare provider about all the medications, supplements, and herbal products you are taking, as some may interact with Tirofiban and increase the risk of bleeding or other complications
• Maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly (if approved by your doctor), and getting enough sleep. These habits can contribute to your overall well-being
• Tirofiban is not recommended for use in pregnancy. Contact your doctor before receiving
• It is not known whether Tirofiban is excreted in human milk. Your doctor will decide whether to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the medicine. Contact your doctor before receiving