Glycoprotein IIb/IIIa Inhibitors

Glycoprotein IIb/IIIa inhibitors are medications used to prevent blood clots during treatments like heart surgery or procedures such as angioplasty. They work by blocking specific receptors on platelets, which are cell fragments that help blood clot. By inhibiting these receptors, the drugs reduce the likelihood of clot formation that can block blood flow to the heart or brain, helping to prevent heart attacks or strokes. These medications are typically used in acute settings and are administered intravenously under medical supervision to carefully manage bleeding risks.