Epsilon Aminocaproic Acid

 

Drugs Used In Disorders Of Coagulation 

Antifibrinolytics 

Epsilon Aminocaproic Acid 

Aminocaproic Acid: Synthetic Derivative Of Lysine 

Epsilon-Aminocaproic Acid (EACA) is a synthetic derivative of the amino acid lysine. It is primarily used as an antifibrinolytic agent, meaning it prevents the breakdown of blood clots by inhibiting fibrinolysis.

                                                   Mechanism of Action:

• EACA inhibits plasminogen activation to plasmin, an enzyme responsible for breaking down fibrin (a protein essential to blood clot formation).

• By blocking plasmin, EACA helps stabilize clots and reduce bleeding.

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