Xabans are blood thinners used to prevent blood clots and stroke in atrial fibrillation. They include rivaroxaban, apixaban, and edoxaban as direct oral anticoagulants. Can be used as alternative to warfarin when monitoring becomes difficult
LMWH is a class of anticoagulant medications with molecular weight below 8000 Da. LMWH differs from natural heparin by having shorter chains and lower molecular weight. LMWH is manufactured through various depolymerization methods
Antiplatelet drugs decrease platelet aggregation and prevent thrombus formation. They are particularly effective in arterial circulation where anticoagulants have limited effect. Can be used for both stable and unstable ischemic heart disease
Analeptics are central nervous system stimulants, primarily respiratory ones. Main types include doxapram, caffeine, and theophylline. Some analeptics can be used as convulsants with heightened awareness
Modified-release delivers drugs with delay or prolonged duration. Sustained-release maintains constant drug concentration over time. Extended-release includes sustained-release (SR) and controlled-release (CR)
Trigoxin is a medication used to treat heart health conditions. It was discovered in medical history and has evolved over time