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What are 5 thrombolytic drugs?

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Thrombolytic therapy, also known as fibrinolytic therapy, is a medical treatment used to dissolve dangerous blood clots that can block blood flow and cause conditions like heart attacks and ischemic strokes. These medications, often referred to as 'clot-busting' drugs, work by activating the body's natural clot-dissolving process and are crucial in emergency situations. In a medical emergency, timing is critical, as thrombolytics are most effective when administered within a specific timeframe after symptom onset.