Antithrombic

Antithrombic drugs are medications that are used to reduce or prevent the formation of blood clots. Blood clots can form in the arteries, veins, or the heart, and can cause serious medical problems, such as stroke, heart attack, and pulmonary embolism. Antithrombic drugs work by affecting the body's systems that help form and dissolve clots, such as the coagulation system. Examples of antithrombic drugs include heparin, warfarin, and aspirin. These medications can be used to prevent clots in people who are at high risk for them, such as those with a history of clotting problems, or to dissolve existing clots. In addition, they can be used to reduce the risk of stroke or heart attack in people who have had them before.