Which of the following drugs is recommended for the treatment of Heparin Induced thrombocytopenia?
Correct Answer: Lepirudin
Description: Lepirudinis a recombinant preparation of hirudin which acts by inhibiting thrombin directly. It is the recommended drug for treatment of heparin induced thrombocytopenia. Ref: Goodman And Gillman's Manual of Pharmacology, 2007, Page 955; Clinical Hematology & Oncology By Bruce Furie, 2003, Page 488.
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