Acute coronary syndrome during active infusion of andexanet alfa

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Authors: Vishal Dalal, Gwang-Yee J. Hu, Rocco A. Panico, Michael B. Rodricks
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Abstract

ABSTRACT: Now withdrawn from the US market, andexanet alfa was initially approved by the FDA in 2018 to reverse life-threatening bleeds associated with factor Xa (FXa) inhibitors, specifically apixaban and rivaroxaban. Observed effects of andexanet alfa include a reduction in anti-FXa activity resulting in hemostatic efficacy. However, thrombotic events including myocardial infarction and deep venous thrombosis, typically occurring 6 to 30 days after infusion, have also been observed. This case presents the first known patient to develop an ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction while actively receiving infusion of andexanet alfa, which was an approved therapy at the time of the patient's treatment.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes Acute Myocardial Infarction Research Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia and Thrombosis

Publication details

Journal / source
JAAPA
Publisher
Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
Volume
39
Issue
7
Pages
e5–e8
Publication date
23 June 2026
Language
EN