Abstract: The present invention provides methods of using a blood clotting inhibitor to reduce post-surgical morbidity and mortality. In particular, perioperative use of a blood clotting inhibitor decreases surgical complications without significant adverse effects and is cost effective.

Abstract: This invention relates to kits, compositions, and formulations comprising AICA riboside and analogs thereof and methods of using the same. The kits may comprise the compositions and/or formulations within a pH range, in a sterilized form. The kits may further comprise containers with a second therapeutic agent. The kits and compositions herein can be used to prevent morbidity/mortality in a patient or to prevent/treat an ischemic condition, a condition regulated by adenosine, or a condition associated with reduced blood flow to a tissue in a patient.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods, compositions, formulations, and kits related to acadesine, or a prodrug, analog, or salt thereof, and/or a blood clotting inhibitor for preventing or reducing adverse side effects in a patient. The type of patient that may benefit includes a patient with decreased left ventricular function, a patient with a prior myocardial infarction, a patient undergoing non-vascular surgery, or a fetus during labor and delivery.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods of using a blood clotting inhibitor to reduce post-surgical morbidity and mortality. In particular, perioperative use of a blood clotting inhibitor decreases surgical complications without significant adverse effects and is cost effective.