What will happen if I take dabigatran etexilate before a surgery?

Your risk of bleeding will increase. Your doctor would advise you to stop taking dabigatran etexilate temporarily before and shortly after your surgical procedure.

Why I was given dabigatran etexilate after my total knee replacement?

dabigatran etexilate decreases the formation of blood clots in the blood vessel. In people who have limited mobility, for example after leg surgery, they are more prone to developing blood clots in their blood vessels. This blood clot can travel to the lungs and cause pulmonary embolism which can be fatal. If the blood clot reaches the brain, this can cause a stroke. Therefore, dabigatran etexilate is given to help with this condition.

Dabigatran Etexilate

Uses of Dabigatran Etexilate

Dabigatran Etexilate is commonly use in the treatment of deep Vein Thrombosis, Pulmonary Embolism and nonvalvular atrial fibrillation. It is also use in prophylaxis of stroke, deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.

How Dabigatran Etexilate Works

Dabigatran is a thrombin inhibitor. It inhibits both free and fibrin-bound thrombin leading to inhibition of coagulation. It prevents the conversion of fibrinogen to fibrin, activation of factors V, VIII, XI, and XIII, and inhibition of thrombin-induced platelet aggregation.

Side Effects of Dabigatran Etexilate

Low red cell count (Anaemia), Bleeding nose (Epistaxis), Gastrointestinal bleeding, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Indigestion (dyspepsia), Nausea and vomiting, Blood in urine

Information About Dabigatran Etexilate

Dabigatran Etexilate is a direct thrombin inhibitor used to prevent stroke in non-valvular atrial fibrillation and treat deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism in Singapore. Available as a 75mg–150mg oral capsule taken twice daily, it is HSA-registered and available on prescription only in Singapore. Capsules must be swallowed whole and stored in the original blister packaging as moisture significantly degrades the drug — do not transfer to pill organisers or crush. A valid doctor's consultation is required before dispensing. Order Dabigatran Etexilate online at DoctorOnCall Singapore with same-day delivery available. Speak to a DoctorOnCall physician today to check if Dabigatran Etexilate is right for you.

Dabigatran Etexilate is a medication commonly used to prevent and treat blood clots and reduce the risk of stroke in patients with certain heart rhythm disorders such as atrial fibrillation. It works by directly inhibiting thrombin, a protein involved in blood clot formation. Dabigatran Etexilate belongs to a class of medications known as direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) and is widely used in cardiovascular and thrombosis management. Find affordable Dabigatran Etexilate options from trusted brands at DoctorOnCall.

Conclusion

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Warnings

Kidney Use With Care

Dabigatran Etexilate should not be used in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dabigatran Etexilate is required in mild to moderate kidney disease. Please consult your doctor

Alcohol Safe

It is safe to consume alcohol with dabigatran as there is no interaction between them.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Dabigatran Etexilate may be unsafe to use during pregnancy due to the results from animal studies that have shown adverse effects on the fetus. Nevertheless, there is limited evidence from human studies. The usage in pregnant women may be acceptable if the benefits outweigh the risks. Please consult your doctor.

Driving Generally Safe

Dabigatran Etexilate has no effect on the ability to drive.

Liver Limited Data

In severe liver disease with reduced survival rate, Dabigatran Etexilate is contraindicated.

Lactation Limited Data

There is no information about excretion of Dabigatran Etexilate in human milk. Therefore, Dabigatran Etexilate should be discontinued in lactating women.

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Written by

Dr. Adeline Carol Peters, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) — Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)

Reviewed by

Dr. Mohd Izzat Amir Bin Awang, Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Mansoura - Manchester