Heart Drug to Get a Lot Cheaper
By: Charlotte Ames
Updated: May 17, 2012
A widely used drug for heart patients should soon be getting a lot cheaper.
The FDA has approved generic versions of the blood thinning drug Plavix. It helps reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke by preventing clots. Plavix is prescribed for patients who've had a recent heart attack or stroke, or who have artery blockages in the legs.
Generic versions of Plavix are expected to cost a lot less than the brand name pills, which can run around $200 a month.
The FDA has approved generic versions of the blood thinning drug Plavix. It helps reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke by preventing clots. Plavix is prescribed for patients who've had a recent heart attack or stroke, or who have artery blockages in the legs.
Generic versions of Plavix are expected to cost a lot less than the brand name pills, which can run around $200 a month.
Charlotte Ames is the area's only local Health Reporter and brings you the latest medical health news weeknights. You can catch Healthcast on WTAJ News at 5:00pm and her Health Headlines report on WTAJ News at 5:30pm.