Ticagrelor
- Generic Name
- Ticagrelor
- Brand Names
- Brilinta, Brilique
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C23H28F2N6O4S
- CAS Number
- 274693-27-5
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- GLH0314RVC
Overview
Ticagrelor, or AZD6140, was first described in the literature in 2003. Ticagrelor is an ADP derivative developed for its P2Y receptor antagonism. Unlike clopidogrel, ticagrelor is not a prodrug. It is marketed by Astra Zeneca as Brilinta in the US and Brilique or Possia in the EU,. Ticagrelor was granted EMA approval on 3 December 2010. Ticagrelor was granted FDA approval on 20 July 2011.
Background
Ticagrelor, or AZD6140, was first described in the literature in 2003. Ticagrelor is an ADP derivative developed for its P2Y receptor antagonism. Unlike clopidogrel, ticagrelor is not a prodrug. It is marketed by Astra Zeneca as Brilinta in the US and Brilique or Possia in the EU,. Ticagrelor was granted EMA approval on 3 December 2010. Ticagrelor was granted FDA approval on 20 July 2011.
Indication
Ticagrelor is indicated to reduce the risk of cardiovascular death, myocardial infarction, and stroke in patients with acute coronary syndrome or a history of myocardial infarction. Ticagrelor is also indicated to reduce the risk of a first myocardial infarction or stroke in high risk patients with coronary artery disease.
Associated Conditions
- Cardiovascular Mortality
- Myocardial Infarction
- Stroke
- Thrombosis (Stent Thrombosis)
Clinical Trials
FDA Approved Products
Singapore Approved Products
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