Apixaban vs Warfarin

## Apixaban vs Warfarin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Apixaban**: Direct Factor Xa inhibitor.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

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

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Apixaban — C25H25N5O4; Warfarin — C19H16O4.

**Molecular Weight**: Apixaban — 459.4970 g/mol; Warfarin — 308.3280 g/mol.

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