Key takeaways
Enoxaparin (Lovenox) and Savaysa (edoxaban) are both blood thinners used to prevent and treat blood clots, but they have some key differences. Enoxaparin is an injectable medication, while Savaysa is taken orally. Enoxaparin is available in both brand and generic forms, whereas Savaysa is currently only available as a brand-name medication. Enoxaparin is often used during pregnancy, except for those with prosthetic heart valves. However, Savaysa isn’t recommended during pregnancy due to limited safety data. Neither medication requires blood test monitoring. Both can cause bleeding, but only enoxaparin has an antidote to reverse serious bleeding. Additionally, enoxaparin dose is based on weight and specific conditions, while Savaysa has a standard dose of 60 mg once daily.
