Pulmonary embolism (clot in the lungs)
Stroke (clot in the brain)
Heart attack (clot in the coronary arteries)
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

Even a single clot can be fa.ta.l if it blocks oxygen and nutrients from reaching critical areas of the body. That’s why medications linked to increased clotting risks are taken extremely seriously by regulatory agencies.

Which Pills Are Under Investigation or Removed?

Though specific drug names vary by country and regulatory decision, the most commonly cited types of pills include: