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Anti-coagulants or antiplatelets
 Question: Aren’t they both anti-clotting agents, don’t
they do the same thing? Should I take both?
 Different mechanisms in blood clotting formations.
 Ongoing debate on which is more effective in prevention
of stroke or thrombus.
 Decision for taking combination therapy is highly
dependent on the medical condition and should only be
made in discussion with your doctor.