Unlike Clopidogrel and Prasugrel, Ticagrelor is characterized by which of the following properties?
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Correct answer: It is a reversible P2Y12 receptor antagonist
Ticagrelor is a direct-acting, reversible antagonist of the P2Y12 ADP receptor. Because it does not require metabolic activation and binds reversibly, it has a faster onset and offset of action compared to thienopyridines.
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