DIRECT Xa INHIBITORS (NOAC) Flashcards
1
Q
Mechanism
A
Direct Inhibition of Factor Xa
No Antithrombin required
2
Q
Apixaban Dosing
A
3
Q
Rivaroxaban Dosing
A
4
Q
Clearance
A
Renal
Contraindicated in patients with CrCl < 30 mL / min
5
Q
Half-Life
A
Apixaban 7-8 hours
Rivaroxaban 11-13 hours
6
Q
Elective Reversal
A
1-2 days prior to procedure
7
Q
Antidote
A
PCC