Mechanism of action of apixaban is:-

A. Inhibition of factor Xa

B. Inhibition of thrombin

C. Stimulation of antithrombin

D. Vitamin K antagonism

Correct Answer: Inhibition of factor Xa

Description: Apixaban is factor XA blocker. Other XA blockers are:(-xaban) * Rivaroxaban * Edoxaban * Batrixaban Indirect thrombin inhibitor like heparin act by stimulating anti-thrombin 3. Vitamin K antagonists are warfarin, acenocoumarin, bis-hydroxycoumarin.

Category: Pharmacology

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