The formation of blood clots can be stopped by specific medications. Here's a breakdown:
According to the provided reference, the following can stop a clot:
- Anticoagulants: These are medicines that prevent clots from forming in the first place.
- Thrombolytics: These are medicines that dissolve existing blood clots.
In summary, anticoagulants prevent clot formation, while thrombolytics break down existing clots.
