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PMDA Investigating Safety Risks of Eliquis, Other Anticoagulants for Acute Kidney Injury
The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) is looking into new side effect risks for five anticoagulants, three biologic psoriasis therapies, and more drugs, flagging the possibility of label revisions in the near future. According to a risk communication update…
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