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What drug is superior pradaxa or warfarin? i have two metal bare stents and a history of atrial defibrillation.

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Mixed bag: Pradaxa has slightly lower risk of stroke. Bleeding is same for both. Pradaxa is much more expensive and can't be reversed. Pradaxa doesn't need monitoring. Pradaxa has a higher incidence of stomach upset.

Answered 6/30/2014

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Dr. Craig Carter answered

Specializes in Thoracic Surgery

Depends: Both are anticoagulants, and are used for prophylaxis in atrial fibrillation. Bare metal stents are better treated with Aspirin and plavix (clopidogrel). Between Pradaxa and warfarin, both are effective, with Pradaxa requiring no monitoring, but warfarin much less expensive.

Answered 6/30/2014

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