If you or a loved one is over 75, medications that once seemed routine may now carry serious risks. Blood thinners—also called anticoagulants—are widely prescribed to prevent strokes and heart attacks, but they come with a critical trade-off. As the body ages, the risk of bleeding complications rises significantly, especially when multiple health conditions are involved. That doesn’t mean these medications should be avoided, but it does mean they need closer scrutiny than ever before. Here are five common blood thinners that are now considered “high risk” for seniors 75+.
