Xarelto and Eliquis have already been linked to increased bleeding risks, which the new study says could be made worse by some hypertension drugs commonly prescribed as an atrial fibrillation combination therapy
Researchers found a higher rate of brain bleeds among aspirin patients, but said the results were statistically insignificant.
Although side effects of Eliquis may cause severe and uncontrollable bleeding problems, researchers indicate the blood thinner lowers the risk of stroke and systemic embolism compared to aspirin.
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
