6. Regular anticoagulant drugs
Antithrombotic drugs, also known as anticoagulants, are usually taken or prescribed to prevent thrombosis or clotting from occurring; some of these can be purchased over the counter (with an obvious recommendation from your doctor first!), such as aspirin and ibuprofen. Others, like warfarin, often have to be taken with a prescription.
If you know that you are at a higher risk of developing blood clots, it’s worth taking anticoagulant drugs as part of your daily regimen – usually half an aspirin in the morning. Again, double-check this with a medical professional first so you know it doesn’t interact with medication you’re already taking.
Just what places you at a higher risk? A family history of deep vein thrombosis, a lesser level of physical activity, taking medication which instead thickens the blood; heart disease, and smoking will also put you at a higher potential risk of developing deep vein thrombosis and blood clots. Always be conscious of your health!