Comparing apixaban and rivaroxaban for atrial fibrillation
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study compares two blood thinners, apixaban and rivaroxaban, to see which is safer and works better for veterans with atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat). If you're already taking one of these, the study will assign you to one of them.
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Who can take part
- You are a veteran
- You have been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter
- You are currently taking either apixaban or rivaroxaban
- Your CHA2DS2-VASc score is 3 or higher (a measure of stroke risk)
- You can take oral medication and are willing to stick with the assigned treatment
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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