FDA investigators and researchers say some blood thinners can prevent heart attacks in those with heart stents, but Plavix specifically is associated with an increased risk of death as well.
To avoid problems where Plavix does not work in some patients, doctors could possibly use high doses of the blood thinner, according to a new report.
The findings of a recent study appear to indicate that patients given the blood thinner Effient were more likely to survive coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG) than patients prescribed…
A recent study warning about a potential risk of cancer from side effects of Effient, a relatively new blood thinner by Eli Lilly, appear to have had little or no…
Side effects of Effient may be linked to an increased relative risk of cancer, according to recent research. Some experts have called for a “black box” warning to be added…
