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Term: Antiplatelet Agents

Definition:

Antiplatelet agents are a class of medications that prevent blood platelets from clumping together and forming blood clots. They are commonly used to reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular events.

Examples:

Noun:

1. Aspirin is one of the most popular antiplatelet agents available over the counter.

2. The doctor prescribed a combination of antiplatelet agents to prevent clotting in the patient's coronary artery.

Adjective:

1. The patient's antiplatelet therapy helped in preventing further clot formation.

2. Studies have shown that long-term use of antiplatelet agents can have beneficial effects.

Amazon Products:

1. Aspirin

2. Clopidogrel

3. Ticagrelor

4. Prasugrel

5. Dipyridamole