DOACok
DOACok is a term that refers to direct oral anticoagulants. These medications are a class of drugs used to prevent blood clots. They work by inhibiting specific proteins in the clotting cascade, thereby reducing the blood's ability to form clots. Unlike older anticoagulant medications like warfarin, DOACs do not typically require frequent blood monitoring. This can simplify treatment for patients.
The primary indications for DOACs include the prevention of stroke in individuals with non-valvular atrial fibrillation,
Several different DOACs are available, each with a slightly different mechanism of action and dosing schedule.
While DOACs are generally considered safe and effective, they do carry a risk of bleeding, which is