Blood Thinners
Information on UK blood thinner medication including apixaban, rivaroxaban and warfarin. Compare online pharmacies for repeat anticoagulant prescriptions.
Blood Thinners treatments
Compare treatments and medications for Blood Thinners. Find licensed online clinics that deliver medicines safely after an online consultation.
Available treatments
Compare 4 treatments for Blood Thinners, with prices from £29 at licensed online providers.
| Medicine | From | Options |
|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel | £29 | 1 option |
| Eliquis | £55 | 3 options |
| Lixiana | £47 | 3 options |
| Xarelto | £91 | 4 options |
Understanding Blood Thinners — Your GP's Guide
Blood thinners (anticoagulants and antiplatelets) reduce the risk of harmful blood clots. They are prescribed for conditions such as atrial fibrillation, deep vein thrombosis, stroke prevention and after some heart procedures.
Navigating Anticoagulant and Antiplatelet Therapy
A Complete Guide to Blood Thinners: What You Need to Know
What are blood thinners?
Anticoagulants such as warfarin, apixaban, rivaroxaban, edoxaban and dabigatran slow clotting. Antiplatelets such as aspirin and clopidogrel stop platelets sticking together.
When to seek medical advice
See a GP urgently for unexplained heavy bleeding, blood in urine or stools, severe headaches, or a major fall while on a blood thinner.
Available treatments
Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) are now first-line for most non-valvular AF. Warfarin remains essential for some heart valves and conditions, with regular INR monitoring.
What to expect
DOACs work quickly and need no routine blood tests. Warfarin requires dose adjustment based on INR and interacts with many foods and medicines.
Self-care
Carry an alert card, tell every healthcare professional you take a blood thinner, avoid contact sports if advised, and take doses at the same time each day.