What is the recommended dose of fondaparinux for treatment of DVT or pulmonary embolism?
For treatment of DVT or pulmonary embolism, the recommended dose of fondaparinux is 7.5 mg for patients with a body weight of 50 to 100 kg; the dose is decreased to 5 mg for patients weighing,50 kg and increased to 10 mg in those weighing.100 kg.