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    GlossaryAnticoagulants (blood thinners)

    medications that prevent blood clots from forming or growing

    Anticoagulants, commonly known as blood thinners, are medications that help prevent blood clots from forming or growing larger. They work by interfering with the body's natural clotting mechanisms, which can be crucial for individuals at risk of conditions like deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, or stroke.

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