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PRADAXA

DABIGATRAN ETEXILATE MESYLATE

Drug details

API

DABIGATRAN ETEXILATE MESYLATE

Drug classification

Dosage form

PELLETS;ORAL

API strength per dosage

EQ 110MG BASE/PACKET

Dose

Adults: 150 mg twice daily for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation and treatment/prevention of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Pediatric: Not recommended. Renal impairment: Dose adjustment required based on creatinine clearance. Hepatic impairment: Contraindicated in severe impairment.

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