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On blood thinner can l take red yeast rice .

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No: Red yeast rice may increase the risk of bleeding. Blood thinners include warfarin (Coumadin), clopidogrel (Plavix), and daily aspirin.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 7/29/2019

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