Dabigatran vs Warfarin

## Dabigatran vs Warfarin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Dabigatran**: Direct thrombin (Factor IIa) inhibitor.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Dabigatran — 12-17 hours; Warfarin — 20-60 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dabigatran — C25H25N7O3; Warfarin — C19H16O4.

**Molecular Weight**: Dabigatran — 471.5100 g/mol; Warfarin — 308.3280 g/mol.

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