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Is there a less costly medication for afib besides xarelto that dies not require ongoing testing to take?

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Dr. Brad Douglas answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Work with company: Work with your doctor and the company that makes xarelto as you might work out a deal to pay a lesser amount

Answered 4/23/2018

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