Risk of Hospitalization With Hemorrhage Among Older Adults Taking Clarithromycin vs Azithromycin and Direct Oral Anticoagulants

Volume: 180, Issue: 8, Pages: 1052 - 1052
Published: Aug 1, 2020
Abstract

Importance

Clarithromycin is a commonly prescribed antibiotic associated with higher levels of direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) in the blood, with the potential to increase the risk of hemorrhage.

Objective

To assess the 30-day risk of a hospital admission with hemorrhage after coprescription of clarithromycin compared with azithromycin among older adults taking a DOAC.

Design, Setting, and Participants

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Paper Details
Title
Risk of Hospitalization With Hemorrhage Among Older Adults Taking Clarithromycin vs Azithromycin and Direct Oral Anticoagulants
Published Date
Aug 1, 2020
Volume
180
Issue
8
Pages
1052 - 1052
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