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Dabigatran: What is an example of an oral direct thrombin inhibitor?

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Dabigatran (Pradaxa) was the first new oral anticoagulant approved in the United States in over 50 years, offering a predictable anticoagulant effect without the need for regular monitoring. It is a prime example of an oral direct thrombin inhibitor, a class of drugs that plays a vital role in preventing and treating blood clots.