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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Storm Newton

Blood thinner could be more effective than common drug at preventing heart attacks

A new study suggests blood thinner clopidogrel may offer superior protection against heart attacks and strokes compared to aspirin for patients with a specific form of heart disease.

Crucially, the research also found clopidogrel did not increase the risk of major bleeding, a serious and common side effect of blood thinners.

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