Which of the following is TRUE regarding fondaparinux?

Which of the following is TRUE regarding fondaparinux?

A) It can always be used for the treatment of VTE
B) It was the highest peak concentration of all the anti-Xa drugs
C) It should not be used as monotherapy in the treatment of STEM
D) It is contraindicated in fibrinolysis


Answer: It should not be used as monotherapy in the treatment of STEM

An 82 year old male was seen today in clinic and diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. He weighs 70Kg, has a SCr=2.1mg/dL and no drug allergies. The patient's PCP wants to prescribe Eliquis (apixaban). Which dose is CORRECT?

An 82 year old male was seen today in clinic and diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. He weighs 70Kg, has a SCr=2.1mg/dL and no drug allergies. The patient's PCP wants to prescribe Eliquis (apixaban). Which dose is CORRECT?

A) 5mg twice daily
B) 2.5mg twice daily
C) 5mg once daily
D) 2.5mg once daily


Answer: 2.5mg twice daily

Which of the following is CORRECT about clopidogrel?

Which of the following is CORRECT about clopidogrel?

A) Clopidogrel is metabolized by CYP3A4
B) Clopidogrel is a prodrug
C) Clopidogrel is reversibly bound
D) Clopidogrel maintenance dose is 90mg twice daily


Answer: Clopidogrel is a prodrug

CA has HF and needs a rhythm control medication. Her only two options are:

CA has HF and needs a rhythm control medication. Her only two options are:

A) amiodarone
B) dronedarone
C) sotalol
D) dofetilide


Answer: amiodarone and dofetilide