Eliquis Label Looks Great, But May Leave Door Open For Pradaxa To Compete On Efficacy
Executive Summary
Bristol/Pfizer’s Eliquis secures an attractive FDA label for atrial fibrillation on three key fronts: superior stroke prevention, reduced major bleeding and reduced all-cause mortality. With its superiority in preventing hemorrhagic strokes, Eliquis has the clear lead in terms of safety. But Boehringer’s competing Pradaxa remains the only new oral anticoagulant with proven superiority for preventing purely ischemic strokes, which is the main goal of atrial fibrillation treatment.
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