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Rapid aspirin desensitization is required when continued [[aspirin]] administration is urgent and essential (e.g. [[acute coronary syndrome]]). Based on Wong et al in May 2000, a rapid protocol can be used <ref>[http://www. | Rapid aspirin desensitization is required when continued [[aspirin]] administration is urgent and essential (e.g. [[acute coronary syndrome]]). Based on Wong et al in May 2000, a rapid protocol can be used <ref>[http://www.theannals.com/cgi/content/abstract/41/1/61]</ref>: | ||
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Overview
Rapid aspirin desensitization is required when continued aspirin administration is urgent and essential (e.g. acute coronary syndrome). Based on Wong et al in May 2000, a rapid protocol can be used [1]:
Protocol for Aspirin Desensitization:
The dose of aspirin is increased every 15 minutes until the maximum dose of aspirin is administered:
Dose #
- 0.1 mg
- 0.3 mg
- 1 mg
- 3 mg
- 10 mg
- 20 mg
- 40 mg
- 81 mg
- 162 mg
- 325 mg