TOP COMMON DRUGS for Anticoagulation

Question 1

Anticoagulants a.k.a.

Answer 1

blood thinners are medications that prevent blood from clotting by either breaking down existing clots or stopping new ones from forming. They can be taken orally, injected, or given intravenously.
Anticoagulants are often prescribed to people who have a high risk of developing blood clots, which can lead to serious conditions like strokes and heart attacks.
Common side effects;
Excessive bleeding, Diarrhea, Constipation, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomiting, Indigestion, Rash, Itchy skin, and Hair loss

Question 2

warfarin

Answer 2

COUMADIN
(anticoagulation)

Question 3

enoxaparin

Answer 3

LOVENOX
(anticoagulation)

Question 4

rivaroxaban

Answer 4

XARELTO
(anticoagulation)

Question 5

apixaban

Answer 5

ELIQUIS
(anticoagulation)