Xigris

Xigris reduces the chances of death during sepsis, a serious illness. It is no longer available in the United States since it did not show a survival benefit.

Xigris Overview

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Xigris is a brand name medication included in a group of medications called Antithrombotic Enzymes. For more information about Xigris see its generic Drotrecogin Alfa (activated)

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What are you taking Xigris for?

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  • Other
  • Sepsis
  • Shock, Septic

How long have you been taking it?

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  • Less than a week
  • A couple weeks
  • A month or so
  • A few months
  • A year or so
  • Two years or more

How well did Xigris work for you?

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Generic

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Drotrecogin Alfa (activated)

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Xigris Drug Class

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Xigris is part of the drug class:

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