Blood Thinners
| Generic Name | Brand Name | Mechanism of Action | Dose | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apixaban | Elequis | Factor Xa Inhibitor | 5mg bd | reduce to 2.5mg bd if elderly or poor renal function |
| Rivaroxaban | Xarelto | Factor Xa Inhibitor | 20mg daily | renal excretion |
| Dabigatran | Pradaxa | Direct Thrombin Inhibitor | 150mg bd | nil |