blood thinner
noun
: a drug used to prevent the formation of blood clots by hindering coagulation of the blood
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For example, holy basil may interact with blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, and immune support medications as well as blood thinners.
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Casey Seiden, Verywell Health, 19 June 2024
Cranberry juice may also interact with certain medications, including blood thinners or medications for acid reflux or ulcers.
—Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 15 Apr. 2024
Others are more serious than hemorrhoids but treatable, like an ulcer, an anal fissure, a polyp, or a medication (like an NSAID or blood thinner) that can cause bleeding as a side effect.
—Theresa Tamkins, SELF, 10 June 2024
Healthcare providers usually treat pulmonary embolisms with blood thinners or surgery.
—Amanda Gardner, Health, 1 June 2024
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Casey Seiden, Verywell Health, 19 June 2024
Cranberry juice may also interact with certain medications, including blood thinners or medications for acid reflux or ulcers.
—Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 15 Apr. 2024
Others are more serious than hemorrhoids but treatable, like an ulcer, an anal fissure, a polyp, or a medication (like an NSAID or blood thinner) that can cause bleeding as a side effect.
—Theresa Tamkins, SELF, 10 June 2024
Healthcare providers usually treat pulmonary embolisms with blood thinners or surgery.
—Amanda Gardner, Health, 1 June 2024
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blood thinner
noun
blood thin·ner
-ˌthin-ər 
: a drug used to prevent the formation of blood clots by hindering coagulation of the blood
blood-thinning
adjective
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