Klin Farmakol Farm. 2020;34(2):84-88 | DOI: 10.36290/far.2020.017
Currently, new direct oral anticoagulants (DOAC) are gradually replacing the historically most frequently used warfarin. These are two classes of drugs directly inhibiting factor Xa (Xarelto, Eliquis, Lixiana) and thrombin (Pradaxa). It offers many positives that patients themselves will appreciate. These include, in particular, no need for regular monitoring, minimal drug and food interactions, or afavorable safety profile. However, one of the drawbacks is the absence of antidotes for overdose. Only Pradaxa currently has its specific antidote - Idarucizumab. Others are in development as well as new molecules of anticoagulants themselves.
Published: July 16, 2020 Show citation