is warfarin the only oral anticoagulant approved

[blazergirlblazergirl]

just studying, need a little clarification.. are there any other oral ones out there (in the us)?
duh... thank you!
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[Bud]

There are a few others such as:
Plavix
Aggrenox (a combination of aspirin and dipyridamole)
ticlodipine
Most of the "natural" blood thinners contain a form of aspirin (salicylates)
Curry powder
Cayenne pepper
Ginger
Paprika
Thyme
Cinnamon
Dill
Oregano
Turmeric
Licorice
Peppermint
peanuts
some fruits

[j b]

Plavix, aspirin

[sarahluvsgreenday]

Yes.
Aspirin and plavix are anti platelet agents and not considered anticoagulants as they don't affect the coagulation cascade.
All other anticoagulants are either IV or subcutaneously administered.