Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Treatment Options: Medications, Compression & Surgery
Anticoagulants (blood thinners)
* _Warfarin (Coumadin)_
* _Apixaban (Eliquis)_
* _Dabigatran (Pradaxa)_
* _Edoxaban (Savaysa)_
* _Rivaroxaban (Xarelto)_
Compression stockings
Elevation of the affected leg
Pain relievers
* _Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)_ such as _ibuprofen_ or _naproxen_
* _Opioids_, such as _codeine_ or _oxycodone_
Surgery
* _Vena cava filter placement_
* _Angioplasty and stent placement_
* _Bypass surgery_
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