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DOACs in Renal Impairment: How to Adjust Doses to Prevent Bleeding and Clots

DOACs in Renal Impairment: How to Adjust Doses to Prevent Bleeding and Clots
Posted by: Lesley Williams in: Prescription Drugs
23 Dec | 11:55 AM

DOACs like apixaban, rivaroxaban, and dabigatran require precise dosing in kidney disease to avoid bleeding or clots. Learn which drug is safest, how to calculate kidney function correctly, and common dosing mistakes to avoid.

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