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Which blood thinner is better eliquis or

2022-02-24 04:51:28
I am suffering with atrial fibrillation and grave hyperthyroid for 14 months. I have been taking blood thinner eliquis 5mg twice a day. This tablet is very expansive. I was advised that i can change from eliquis 5 mg twice a day to rivarox 15 mg once day. Is Rivarox as effective as eliquis?
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Yes it is equally effective

Answered2022-02-25 01:40:01

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Yes both are equally effective.

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