Which of the following drugs is a non-peptide, small molecule mimetic that reversibly inhibits the GP IIb/IIIa receptor?
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Correct answer: Tirofiban
Tirofiban is a non-peptide tyrosine derivative that functions as a reversible antagonist of the GP IIb/IIIa receptor. Like eptifibatide, it is administered intravenously and has a rapid onset and offset.
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