Question

A 68-year-old woman with AF and prior TIA is on apixaban. She asks about herbal supplements for stroke prevention. Best advice?

Accepted Answer

Continue anticoagulation; supplements are not a substitute and may interact

Answer

Supplements can replace anticoagulation

Answer

Use fish oil and stop apixaban

Answer

Switch to aspirin and ginkgo

Answer

No need for therapy if heart rate is controlled

Practice question

A 68-year-old woman with AF and prior TIA is on apixaban. She asks about herbal supplements for stroke prevention. Best advice?