Is Pradaxa Dangerous if Mixed with Cranberry Juice?

It has long been documented that one of the most dangerous aspects of blood thinner medications – be it an older version like warfarin or a newer one like Pradaxa – is their tendency to mix negatively with other medications and create a potentially dangerous reaction.

However, it turns out negative reactions may not only be caused by reactions with other drugs.

A recent question posed by an anticoagulant drug user in the syndicated People’s Pharmacy column suggested that drinking cranberry juice had increased their risk of a bleeding incident. 

The columnist responded that studies on the subject have taken place on the subject and, to this point, have been “highly controversial.” A 2010 British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology study found no increased risk when it came to drinking cranberry juice and taking warfarin. However, the column also noted that a number of doctors had noticed blood thinner patients who drank cranberry juice or ate cranberry sauce and had seen their risk of an uncontrollable bleeding event increase. 

While this particular example involved warfarin, there are a number of products that do not react well with Pradaxa as well. If you have been hurt by a dangerous drug like Pradaxa, call Sokolove Law today to learn more about pursuing a Pradaxa lawsuit. For legal help, call (800) 581-6358.

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