MedlinePlus a699003 Protein binding 99% CAS ID 435-97-2 | ATC code B01AA04 (WHO) Molar mass 280.318 g/mol | |
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Trade names Marcoumar, Marcumar, Falithrom AHFS/Drugs.com International Drug Names Legal status In general: ℞ (Prescription only) | ||
How to pronounce phenprocoumon
Phenprocoumon (marketed under the brand names Marcoumar, Marcumar and Falithrom) is a long-acting oral anticoagulant drug, a derivative of coumarin. It is a vitamin K antagonist that inhibits coagulation by blocking synthesis of coagulation factors II, VII, IX and X. It is used for the prophylaxis and treatment of thromboembolic disorders (thrombosis/pulmonary embolism). It is the standard coumarin used in Germany.
Phenprocoumon is a 4-hydroxycoumarin and inhibits vitamin K epoxide reductase.
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