Rivaroxaban vs Warfarin

## Rivaroxaban vs Warfarin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Rivaroxaban** and **Warfarin**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Rivaroxaban**: Direct Factor Xa inhibitor.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Rivaroxaban — 5-9 hours; Warfarin — 20-60 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Rivaroxaban — C19H18ClN3O5S; Warfarin — C19H16O4.

**Molecular Weight**: Rivaroxaban — 435.8820 g/mol; Warfarin — 308.3280 g/mol.

**Type**: Rivaroxaban — Small molecule; Warfarin — Small molecule.