Exam questionKROK 1Medicine ยท 2018
Preoperative examination revealed prothrombin deficiency in the blood of the patient. What drug should be preliminarily prescribed to mitigate blood loss in the patient during the surgery?
Answer options
- Aminocapronic acid
- Contrykal (Aprotinin)
- Vicasol (Menadione)
- Phenylin (Phenindione)
- Thrombin
Correct answer
Vicasol (Menadione)
Explanation
Vitamin K(VICASOL) is an essential fat-soluble vitamin that is important in maintaining normal coagulation, serving as a cofactor in the activation of several clotting factors and anticoagulant proteins.
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