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Managing anticoagulation is a daily challenge in clinical practice. Let's sharpen our understanding of Heparin and Warfarin – two foundational drugs: 💡 Heparin Insights: Types: Unfractionated Heparin (UFH) and Low Molecular Weight Heparin (LMWH), like Enoxaparin. UFH: Can be given IV or SC, and is short-acting. LMWH (e.g., Enoxaparin): Typically given SC only, and has a longer half-life, making it convenient for once or twice-daily dosing. Monitoring: Crucially, we monitor Heparin's effect usin