Kengreal
Used for Heart Attack
Used for Heart Attack
Kengreal (cangrelor) is an antiplatelet (blood thinner) medication that helps prevent blood clots. It's given as a continuous infusion through the veins to people in the hospital during a procedure that opens clogged blood vessels. It's an expensive medication, because it's available only as a brand name.
What is Kengreal (cangrelor)?
Drug facts
| Common Brands | Kengreal |
|---|---|
| Drug Class | Antiplatelet |
| Controlled Substance Classification | Not a controlled medication |
| Generic Status | No lower-cost generic available |
| Availability | Prescription only |
