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From [Term?] + -xaban (“blood coagulation factor Xa inhibitor”).
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apixaban (uncountable)
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出典:『Wikipedia』 (2011/08/03 15:01 UTC 版)
Apixaban (manufacturer's designation BMS-562247-01) is a compound being investigated as an anticoagulant. It is a direct factor Xa inhibitor. It is presently undergoing phase III trials in the prevention of venous thromboembolism, together with a number of related competing compounds, such as rivaroxaban. It is being developed in a joint venture by Pfizer and Bristol-Myers Squibb.