Pradaxa

Dabigatran etexilate capsules to prevent stroke and treat deep vein thrombosis. It stops thrombin from forming blood clots.

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Pradaxa details

Conditions: Stroke Prevention · Deep Vein Thrombosis
Alternative names: dabigatran
Therapeutic class: Direct Thrombin Inhibitor
Pharmacological class: Anticoagulant
Minor side effects: nausea; dyspepsia; easy bruising
Moderate side effects: prolonged bleeding; minor nosebleeds; abdominal pain
Dosage forms: Capsule
Administration route: Oral use
Supply category: Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator: Boehringer Ingelheim
Onset Time: 1–2 hours
Duration: 12–24 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 25°C. Keep in original bottle.
Drug interactions: Aspirin; NSAIDs; Ketoconazole
Age restrictions: Approved for paediatric and adult populations based on indication.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Pregnancy: Use if benefit exceeds risk. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.

Contraindications

active pathological bleeding; mechanical prosthetic heart valve; severe renal impairment

Serious side effects

severe internal haemorrhage, requires immediate medical attention; spinal haematoma, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

Dabigatran etexilate capsules to prevent stroke and treat deep vein thrombosis. It stops thrombin from forming blood clots.

Mechanism of action

Selectively and reversibly binds to the active site of free and clot-bound thrombin, stopping fibrin formation.

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