Long-term Plavix and Aspirin Use Increase Gastrointestinal Injury Risks: Study
Researchers indicate that use of Plavix alone or in combination with aspirin was associated with a greater risk of gastrointestinal injuries than use of aspirin alone.
Researchers indicate that use of Plavix alone or in combination with aspirin was associated with a greater risk of gastrointestinal injuries than use of aspirin alone.
When implanting physicians monitored patients, they were less likely to experience IVC filter removal complications
While researchers acknowledge a high rate of perforations from IVC filters, risks of clinically significant problems were found to be rare.
Reports of adverse events linked to IVC filter have increased annually by more than 25%, according to new researcher, which suggests that the risk of IVC filter problems may be increasing as devices remain in patients
Xarelto and Eliquis bleeding rates were high when the drugs were first introduced without an effective reversal agent.
The findings raise concerns over how healthcare professionals should mitigate the bleeding risks when infections are diagnosed, the researchers warn.
Xarelto bleeding risks have been a problem since the drug was first introduced, which resulted in tens of thousands of Xarelto lawsuits which have since been resolved.
Xarelto, Warfarin and other blood thinners are the leading cause of hospital visits due to drug side effects, leading to calls for closer monitoring