Anticoagulant

An anticoagulant is a substance that prevents blood from clotting or reduces the likelihood of blood clot formation. Blood clotting is a natural process that helps prevent excessive bleeding when a blood vessel is injured. However, in some medical conditions, excessive blood clotting can occur, leading to serious health issues such as deep vein thrombosis, stroke, or pulmonary embolism. Anticoagulants are used to treat and prevent these conditions.

Anticoagulants work by interfering with the blood clotting process, often by inhibiting the action of certain proteins involved in clot formation. This can prevent the formation of harmful blood clots.

There are several types of anticoagulants, including:

1. Heparin: This is a fast-acting anticoagulant often used in hospital settings for immediate blood clot prevention. It’s given intravenously or subcutaneously.  ( Caprin 5000 & 25000 IU Inj ) and more Brands available in our Website.
2. Warfarin (Coumadin): This is an oral anticoagulant that works by inhibiting the synthesis of certain clotting factors. It requires careful monitoring and adjustment due to interactions with diet and other medications. ( Warf 1MG, 2MG ,3 MG, 5MG Tablet ) and more Brands available in our Website.
3. Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs): These include medications like apixaban, dabigatran, edoxaban, and rivaroxaban. They act directly on specific clotting factors and have more predictable dosing compared to warfarin. ( Eliquis / Apigat (2.5MG, 5MG) ) and more Brands available in our Website.
4. Antiplatelet Agents: While not exactly anticoagulants, these medications like aspirin and clopidogrel prevent platelets from clumping together, which also reduces the risk of clot formation. ( Deplet & Clopilet ( 75 & 150MG ) ) and more Brands available in our Website.
5. Heparinoids: These are related to heparin and have similar anticoagulant effects. They can be used as an alternative to heparin.