Blood Thinners
Anticoagulant tablets and capsules, plus an antiplatelet tablet, cover blood clot prevention and treatment in this range. Eliquis, Xarelto and Pradaxa are among the recognised names here.
Clopidogrel Tablets
75mg
Clopidogrel tablets for preventing heart attacks and strokes. It irreversibly stops platelets from clumping together, so the effect lasts for the life of the cell.
Key points
- Two different families sit under the “blood thinner” label: anticoagulants interfere with clotting, and antiplatelet medicines reduce platelet clumping.
- Three of the five medicines here, Eliquis, Xarelto and Pradaxa, are anticoagulants, and Clopidogrel Tablets and Brilinta are antiplatelet medicines.
- Eliquis and Xarelto share the same mechanism as direct factor Xa inhibitors, while Pradaxa works as an anticoagulant through a different route.
- Bleeding is a safety concern common to anticoagulants and antiplatelet medicines alike, not something unique to one type here.
Apixaban, rivaroxaban and dabigatran
Apixaban is the active ingredient in Eliquis, listed for deep vein thrombosis and stroke prevention. Rivaroxaban is the active ingredient in Xarelto, listed for conditions including deep vein thrombosis, atrial fibrillation and pulmonary embolism. Pradaxa contains dabigatran etexilate, listed for stroke prevention and deep vein thrombosis.
Clopidogrel and ticagrelor
Clopidogrel is listed for myocardial infarction, stroke prevention and acute coronary syndrome. Brilinta contains ticagrelor, also listed for acute coronary syndrome and myocardial infarction.
Further reading
Which blood thinners are available on Direct Meds?
Direct Meds lists 5 blood thinners. Together they contain 5 different active ingredients, including apixaban, rivaroxaban and clopidogrel. Examples include Eliquis and Xarelto; all 5 medicines are listed on this page.
What do blood thinners treat?
Between them, the blood thinners on Direct Meds are used for deep vein thrombosis, stroke prevention, acute coronary syndrome, myocardial infarction and coronary artery disease.
What forms do blood thinners come in?
Mostly as tablets, with some capsules. The forms and strengths are listed on each product page.
Which of these blood thinners is right for me?
Start with the active ingredient: there are 5 different ones in this range. Products with the same active ingredient contain the same medicine. Compare their strength, form and price per unit. Each product page's details table lists uses, how quickly it works, side effects and interactions. If you take other medicines, are pregnant or have a long-term condition, check with a doctor or pharmacist first.
Are the blood thinners on Direct Meds generics?
Mostly, yes. Names such as Eliquis and Xarelto identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength. The generic brand and maker depend on stock.
What you will receive →What do blood thinners cost in rand?
Compare each medicine, strength and pack on its product page. Prices are shown in rand, converted from US dollars, so the final rand total can change with the exchange rate. Larger packs usually cost less per unit.
Payment and prices →Are blood thinners available over the counter in South Africa?
Yes, online. Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order blood thinners. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Where can I buy blood thinners online in South Africa?
Choose a product, strength and pack, then check out. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
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