Prodrug among DOAC/NOACs – Cardiology MCQ – Answer
Prodrug among DOAC/NOACs – Cardiology MCQ – Answer
Which of the following DOAC/NOAC is a prodrug? – Correct answer: a) Dabigatran
Only dabigatran etexilate is a prodrug among the DOAC/NOACs. It is transformed to active form by esterases which are ubiquitous [1].
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