Heparin Sodium vs Warfarin

## Heparin Sodium vs Warfarin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Heparin Sodium** and **Warfarin**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Warfarin**: Inhibits vitamin K epoxide reductase complex.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Heparin Sodium — N/A; Warfarin — 20-60 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Heparin Sodium — N/A; Warfarin — C19H16O4.

**Molecular Weight**: Heparin Sodium — N/A; Warfarin — 308.3280 g/mol.

**Type**: Heparin Sodium — Oligosaccharide; Warfarin — Small molecule.