Table 5. Formulary Status of Agents for Type II HIT

Agent Formulary type Daily Cost*
Lepirudin Formulary $590
Argatroban Formulary $475
Danaparoid Nonformulary $735
Bivalirudin Formulary-restricted to cardiac catheterization lab for patients who have a heparin allergy --

*For 70 kg patient with normal renal and hepatic function

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