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Dabigatran etexilate mesylate
INN: Dabigatran etexilate mesylate
Data updated: 2026-04-18
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Dabigatran, sold under the brand namePradaxaamong others, is ananticoagulantused to treat and preventblood clotsand to preventstrokein people withatrial fibrillation.It is commonly used to prevent blood clots followinghiporknee replacementand in those with a history of prior clots.and is used as an alternative towarfarin; it does not require monitoring by blood tests.In a meta-analysis of seven different studies, there was no benefit of dabigatran over warfarin in preventingischemic stroke; however, dabigatran was associated with a lower hazard for intracranial bleeding compared with warfarin, but also had a higher risk of gastrointestinal bleeding.It is taken by mouth.
Common side effects include bleeding andgastritis.Other side effects may includebleeding around the spineand allergic reactions such asanaphylaxis.In cases of severe bleeding, it can be reversed with the antidote,idarucizumab.Use is not recommended during pregnancy orbreastfeeding.Compared to warfarin it has fewerinteractions with other medications.It is adirect thrombin inhibitor.
Dabigatran was approved for medical use in the US in 2010.It is on theWorld Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines.In 2020, it was the 306th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 1million prescriptions.Dabigatran is available ageneric medication.
⚠️ Warnings
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of stomach bleeding, kidney disease, who are taking other medications, any allergy, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Avoid abrupt withdrawal; otherwise it may lead to increased risk of stroke.
• Patient may develop with increased risk of bleeding; if it is so consult with your doctor