it occurs in the bloodstream without damage, it can block blood flow to vital organs, leading to:
🫁 Pulmonary embolism (clot in the lungs)
🧠 Stroke (clot in the brain)
❤️ Heart attack (clot in the coronary arteries)
🦵 Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
Even a single untreated clot can be fatal. Therefore, any medication associated with an increased risk of thrombosis is taken seriously by global health regulators.
💊 Drugs Under Review or Recall
While the exact names and formulations vary by region, the most frequently cited categories include:
Hormonal contraceptives (especially some third-generation types)