DOACs Overview
Apixaban, rivaroxaban, edoxaban, and dabigatran offer predictable pharmacokinetics and fewer drug interactions compared to warfarin. They do not require routine INR monitoring.
Stroke Prevention in Atrial Fibrillation: DOACs vs Warfarin
Direct oral anticoagulants have largely replaced warfarin for stroke prevention in non-valvular AF. This review compares efficacy, safety, and practical prescribing considerations.
By Prof. James van Zyl 7 min read 1 CPD
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