Heparin

Heparin is an anticoagulant used for the treatment and prevention of blood clots in animals. It is used both therapeutically and prophylactically in various conditions requiring control of blood coagulation. Read more

Heparin is an anticoagulant used for the treatment and prevention of blood clots in animals. It is used both therapeutically and prophylactically in various conditions requiring control of blood coagulation.

Essential insights

• Inhibition of the coagulation cascade: Heparin binds to antithrombin III, enhancing its activity, leading to inhibition of thrombin and factor Xa.
• Prevention of fibrin formation: By inhibiting these coagulation factors, heparin prevents the formation of fibrin, a key component of clots.
• Reversible action: Heparin acts quickly and can be counteracted by protamine administration, providing flexibility in clinical use.