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Blood thinners
Whether you’re taking Xarelto or Eliquis, Lovenox or Coumadin…or another medications, know the benefits and risks of your blood thinner prescription.
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Drug Info
Brilinta side effects and how to avoid them
Brilinta side effects include shortness of breath, serum creatinine elevation, and bleeding
Dec. 5, 2021
Drug Info
Bystolic side effects and how to avoid them
Bystolic can lower blood pressure and help reduce the risk of fatal and nonfatal cardiovascular events, primarily strokes and heart attacks
Nov. 15, 2021
Drug Info
Xarelto side effects and how to avoid them
Xarelto works to slow the formation of blood clots and is used to treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE). Common side effects are usually mild and temporary but serious effects require immediate medical attention.
Nov. 1, 2021
Drug Info
Carvedilol side effects and how to avoid them
Most carvedilol side effects are temporary or will resolve when the medication is discontinued. Some serious side effects can last days or weeks, or require immediate medical care.
Sep. 28, 2021
Drug Info
What are the side effects of Xarelto in the elderly?
Xarelto is the brand name version of rivaroxaban. It’s a blood thinner…
Feb. 17, 2021
Health Education
Is it safe to drink alcohol while taking blood thinners?
If you are taking an anticoagulant, otherwise known as a blood thinner—for…
Jun. 19, 2020
Health Education
Do you have to take blood thinners for AFib?
It’s estimated that at least 2.7 million Americans—and up to 6.1 million—are…
Sep. 11, 2019