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• Andexxa Blood Clot Risks Lead to FDA Questions Regarding Safety of the Reversal Agent for Xarelto, Eliquis

  November 21, 2024

  Irvin Jackson

  Safety concerns linked to Andexxa, the reversal agent for newer blood thinners like Xarelto and Eliquis, will be discussed at an FDA advisory panel meeting today, after postmarketing studies indicated the drug doubled the risks of blood clots and death.

• Unnecessary NSAID Use Linked to Avoidable Health Problems and Medical Costs: Study

  August 1, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  A new study from the U.K. indicates the unnecessary use of NSAIDs like Aleve and Motrin may cause more health problems than they prevent.

• Study Links Serious Bleeding Risks to Diltiazem Combination Therapy With Anticoagulants for Atrial Fibrillation

  April 19, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  Cardizem and Viazem could increase the risk of bleeding in atrial fibrillation patients being treated with Xarelto and Eliquis, a new study warns.

• Long-term Plavix and Aspirin Use Increase Gastrointestinal Injury Risks: Study

  November 29, 2023

  Martha Garcia

  A new study warns that continuous Plavix and dual platelet therapy significantly increases the risk of gastrointestinal injury when compared to aspirin alone.

• IVC Filter Removal Complications Can Be Reduced By Doctors Actively Monitoring Patients, Study Indicates

  March 24, 2023

  Irvin Jackson

  The findings of a new study indicate implanting physicians can increase the odds of successful IVC filter removal through regular surveillance of the patient.

• IVC Filter Risks Do Not Negate Benefits for Preventing Blood Clots: Study

  March 14, 2023

  Irvin Jackson

  New study on IVC filters finds rates of adverse events are low, and few IVC perforations are clinically significant.

• IVC Filter Problems Increasing, Possibly Due to Aging and Fracturing Risk: Study

  January 25, 2023

  Irvin Jackson

  The findings of a new study suggest increasing reports of IVC filter problems may be due to the devices aging and fracturing.

• Blood Thinner Extended Use Study Finds Little Difference in Warfarin, Xarelto, Eliquis Bleeding Rates

  March 18, 2022

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study finds little difference in major bleeding events between the newer blood thinners Xarelto and Eliquis and the older blood thinner warfarin they were supposed to replace.

• Blood Thinners May Face Increased Bleeding Risks During Respiratory Tract Infections: Study

  January 11, 2022

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study links respiratory tract infections to an increased risk of bleeding events in patients taking commonly used blood thinners.

• Study Links Xarelto To Increased Risk of Strokes and Brain Bleeds: Study

  December 28, 2021

  Irvin Jackson

  New research indicates users of Xarelto face a greater risk of brain bleeds and strokes than those who take Eliquis.