Biochem/physiol Actions
Dabigatran etexilate is a prodrug of dabigatran, a nonpeptide direct thrombin inhibitor. Dabigatron is an anticoagulant that functions by directly inhibiting both free and fibrin-bound thrombin. Dabigatron has been shown to prevent strokes in those with atrial fibrillation not caused by heart valve issues.
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