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No differences seen in fracture risk in head-to-head comparisons of direct oral anticoagulants
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Concomitant use of dabigatran with verapamil or diltiazem was found to be associated with an increased risk of bleeding in patients with normal kidney function, according to the findings of a recently published retrospective cohort study.
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Lower rates seen for ischemic stroke or systemic embolism, GI bleeding or intracranial hemorrhage.
Dermatological Disorders, News
A recent report published in the New England Journal of Medicine describes the case of a patient with persistent skin discoloration associated with the use of the antiarrhythmic agent amiodarone. The 81-year-old man presented to the emergency department after a fall, which was eventually attributed to orthostatic hypotension. His medical history included atrial fibrillation and…
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A list of medications routinely prescribed in primary care practice that should be used cautiously or avoided in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) was compiled in a recently published study in the Annals of Pharmacotherapy.
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first generics of Eliquis (apixaban; Bristol-Myers Squibb and Pfizer) tablets. Apixaban, a factor Xa inhibitor, is indicated: To reduce the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation For the prophylaxis of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which may lead to pulmonary embolism…
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Findings seen among older patients with incident atrial fibrillation receiving warfarin or apixaban
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Less knowledge about OTC products with potentially serious interactions linked to increased use
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According to the findings of a recent study, attorney advertisements appear to influence patients’ decisions on modifying or discontinuing their direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) medication prior to seeking medical advice.
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Results from the phase 4 AUGUSTUS trial, evaluating apixaban vs vitamin K antagonists in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation and recent acute coronary syndrome (ACS) and/or undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention.