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Enoxaparin (High-dose Group)

Peking Union Medical College Hospital · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Enoxaparin is a low-molecular-weight heparin that inhibits blood coagulation by enhancing the activity of antithrombin III against factors Xa and IIa.

Enoxaparin is a low-molecular-weight heparin that inhibits blood coagulation by enhancing the activity of antithrombin III against factors Xa and IIa. Used for Acute coronary syndrome (unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction), Deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism prophylaxis and treatment, Acute ST-elevation myocardial infarction.

At a glance

Generic nameEnoxaparin (High-dose Group)
Also known asClexane
SponsorPeking Union Medical College Hospital
Drug classLow-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH)
TargetAntithrombin III (enhancer); Coagulation factors Xa and IIa (indirect targets)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaCardiovascular
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Enoxaparin binds to and potentiates antithrombin III, a natural anticoagulant, leading to inactivation of coagulation factors Xa and IIa. This prevents thrombin generation and fibrin clot formation. The high-dose formulation is used in acute clinical settings requiring rapid and sustained anticoagulation.

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