Tirofiban

Trade name

Aggrastat, Tirofiban Juno

Strength

250 microgram/mL (volume: 50 mL)

IV administration

Loading dose: Dilute to 50 microgram/mL and give over 30 minutes.

Infusion: Dilute to 50 microgram/mL and give as a continuous infusion.

Mix well prior to administration.

Seek specialist advice and/or refer to local guidelines for infusion management.

Other routes of administration

IM: Not recommended.

SC: Not recommended.

Compatible IV fluids

Glucose 5%

Glucose 5% and sodium chloride 0.45%

Sodium chloride 0.9%

Y-site only:

Potassium chloride 20 mmol/L

Additional information

Haematological monitoring required prior to, during and after administration. Seek specialist advice.

Discard any unused vial contents.

Protect from light during storage.