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Drug-Coated Stents Linked to Higher Death Rate: Study
A new study has found that patients who received drug-coated stents after suffering a heart attack were more likely to die from a heart-related problem than those who received bare metal coronary stents.
Plavix Ineffectiveness for Some May Lead FDA to Update Drug Label
Following new research which suggests Plavix may be ineffective in as many as 30% of heart patients with certain genetic factors, the FDA is considering updates to the drug’s warning label.
Combining Plavix and Heart Burn Drugs for Stent Patients May Increase Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke
According to new research presented yesterday at an American Heart Association conference, cardiac stent patients who are prescribed Plavix together with a heart burn drug like Nexium, may face an increased risk of heart attacks, strokes and other potentially life-threatening events.
