Rivaroxaban Flashcards
1
Q
Class of rivaroxaban
A
Novel anticoagulant
2
Q
How does rivaroxaban inhibit thrombus formation
A
Competitive inhibitor of FXa —| prothrombin —| thrombin —| fibrinogen —| fibrin
3
Q
Indications of rivaroxaban (3)
A
- VTE
- DVT
- PE
4
Q
Contraindications of rivaroxaban (3)
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- preggo/BF
- bleeding
- renal/hepatic impairment (also SE)
5
Q
Rivaroxaban tablet should be taken with
A
Food
6
Q
Excretion of rivaroxaban
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- urine
- faeces
