Answer
No. It is a synthetic pentasaccharide with a more selective mechanism, although both reduce clot formation and can cause bleeding.
Sources for this answer
- Arixtra Fondaparinux sodium solution for injection 1.5 mg/ 0.3 ml — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
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