Vorapaxar (Zontivity)

General information

Class/mechanism: inhibits thrombin-related platelet aggregation.
Route: PO
Extravasation: n/a

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History of changes in FDA indication

• 2014-05: Initial approval for the reduction of thrombotic cardiovascular events in patients with prior MI or with PAD.

Also known as

• Brand name: Zontivity