Peripheral Artery Disease Medications

Clopidogrel (Plavix) is an inexpensive drug used to prevent heart attack, stroke, or other events in people who are at high risk. This drug is more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in brand and generic form. Generic Clopidogrel is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost.

PENTOXIFYLLINE reduces leg pain or cramping during exercise or walking in people with poor circulation. It works by increasing blood flow and the amount of oxygen that gets to your muscles. This decreases symptoms, so you can walk farther without discomfort. It belongs to a group of medications called antiplatelets.

CILOSTAZOL reduces leg pain or cramping during exercise or walking in people with poor circulation. It works by increasing blood flow and the amount of oxygen that gets to your muscles. This decreases symptoms, so you can walk farther without discomfort. It belongs to a group of medications called antiplatelets.

Xarelto (rivaroxaban) is an anticoagulant blood thinner used to treat and prevent blood clots that are related to certain conditions involving the heart and blood vessels. Xarelto is a direct acting oral anticoagulant which works by thinning the blood to prevent blood clots from forming. The most common form of Xarelto is a 20mg tablet. It is also avalible as a titration pack and a bottle of oral solution. There are currently no generic alternatives for Xarelto. It is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons, manufacturer programs, or cash prices may be lower.

VORAPAXAR lowers the risk of heart attack, stroke, or blood clots. It works by preventing blood cells (platelets) from clumping together to form a clot.