Blood thinners are a leading cause of drug-related harm. Can the risk be lowered?​Blood thinners are a leading cause of drug-related harm. Can the risk be lowered? 

 More than 8 million people in the U.S. take blood thinners, also called anticoagulants. Many are prescribed the drugs after they develop clots following surgery.  ​​More than 8 million people in the U.S. take blood thinners, also called anticoagulants. Many are prescribed the drugs after they develop clots following surgery.