Dabigatran Pharmacology

Dabigatran

About Dabigatran
Anticoagulant, Direct thrombin inhibitor
Mechanism of Action of Dabigatran
Dabigatran is a reversible direct thrombin inhibitor.Thrombin (factor IIa) is a plasma enzyme that catalyses the conversion of fibrinogen to fibrin, which is central to coagulation.
Pharmacokinets of Dabigatran
Absorption: Absorbed after oral administration
Distribution: Widely distributed in the protein bound form
Metabolism: Metabolised in the liver
Excretion: Excretion mostly through urine, small amount excreted through feces
Onset of Action for Dabigatran
0.5 to 2 hrs
Duration of Action for Dabigatran
N/A
Half Life of Dabigatran
14 to 17 hrs
Side Effects of Dabigatran
1.Stomach pain
2.Heartburn
3.Nausea
4.Diarrhea
5.Constipation
6.Hypotension
7.Insomnia
Contra-indications of Dabigatran
1.Hypersensitivity to the drug
2.Renal impairment
3.Bleeding
Special Precautions while taking Dabigatran
1.Kidney disease
2.Stomach ulcer or bleeding
Pregnancy Related Information
Contraindicated
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Contraindicated
Indications for Dabigatran
1.Venous thromboembolic events
2.Prevention of stroke in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation
Interactions for Dabigatran
Abciximab: Increase risk of bleeding
NSAID: May increase risk of bleeding
Verapamil: May increase the effect of dabigatran
Typical Dosage for Dabigatran
Patient with normal kidney function: Dose should be 150 mg twice daily
Patient with poor kidney function: Dose should be 75 mg twice daily
Schedule of Dabigatran
N/A
Storage Requirements for Dabigatran
Stored in a well closed container and away from excess heat and moisture.Keep out of the reach of children
Effects of Missed Dosage of Dabigatran
N/A
Effects of Overdose of Dabigatran
N/A

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