alteplase

alteplase
al·te·plase 'al-tə-.plās n TISSUE PLASMINOGEN ACTIVATOR

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n.
a tissue-type plasminogen activator made by recombinant DNA technology (genetic engineering). Alteplase is used to dissolve blood clots (see fibrinolytic), especially in the coronary arteries of the heart. It is administered by injection. Possible side-effects include local bleeding, cerebral haemorrhage, nausea, and vomiting. Trade name: Actilyse.

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al·te·plase (alґtə-plās) [USP] a tissue plasminogen activator (see under activator) produced by recombinant DNA technology; used in fibrinolytic therapy for acute myocardial infarction and as a thrombolytic in the treatment of acute ischemic stroke and acute pulmonary embolism, administered intravenously.

Medical dictionary. 2011.

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