Blood Thinner (Anticoagulant) Forums (Page 23)

I Need to know if amlodepine is a blood thinner? I am having a hip injection for pain and they want to know. I am not sure. ## No, it is a calcium channel blocker that is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Does warfarin contain porcine intestine products? I was just diagnosed with alpha gal allergy and need to know if it will be a problem? ## What are the markings on the Warfarin that you have? Since this is a generic, it is manufactured by several different companies and the inactive ingredients may differ for all of them. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding, and easy bruising.

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Are there any side effects when getting the two together other than a risk of brusing and bleeding? ## I have posted the same question. Did you have botox while taking xyralto? If so how did it go? ## According to the University of Maryland's drug interaction tool, there are no interactions listed between Botox and Xarelto. This is not to say that no interactions exist, but based on their research it seems to me that this is not a concern. However, I would still encourage you to talk with your doctor just to get a second opinion. I'd also imagine that it may be particularly difficult to make proper discernment between each individual drug's possible side effects vs that of an interaction between the two substances...

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Clopidogrel And Aspirin Capsules ## Coplidogrel with Aspirin is used to as a blood thinner, to treat, or prevent certain problems that could be caused by, or associated with blood that clots easier. Side effects may include: nausea, headache, stomach irritation and increased risk of bleeding. Learn more: Are there any questions or comments? ## In August, 2009 I sfffered from profuse sweating on the body without any chest pain. When contacted the Cardiologist, TMT was done and it was negative.Howerver, based on lipid profile, HDL was 26 and Triglycerides were 173. I was prescribed medication Telmivas 40, Aztor 10 and Ecospirin 150. This medication continued upto Sep.2011 and Ecospirin was reduced to 75 mg. Till 9th March, 2012 I was on the same medication. On 10th March, in place of Ecos...

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Hi, i just found out I am pregnant. Should I stop taking Xarelto as I know it is not good for my unborn child or should I continue taking it until I go to the doctors and they will switch me to shots instead of oral meds? ## Hello, Jabri! How are you? Congratulations on the pregnancy. When it comes to pregnancy, you should not make any changes to what you do, or do not take, without your doctor's advice. The FDA says that risk cannot be ruled out with this medication, but taking into consideration the abruptly stopping it could risk both your life, as well as the baby's, please wait, until you consult them, to be safe. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I Lost over 50% of my hair while I was taking Eliquis. Will my hair regrow now that I no longer take this medication ## Hello, Maggie! How are you? That is a listed side effect of this medication, according to user reports noted by the FDA. It may also cause headache, increased risk of bleeding, nausea, and easy bruising. Yes, in most cases it is reversible, but it could take a few months to see a change. Are you on any other medications?

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I have been on Xeralto for6 months following PE and clots from having a cast on my leg due to a fractured ankle... The cast was promptly taken off obviously with the ankle left to heal with nothing on it..my ankle has still not healed completely and I do have pain in my lower leg and knees some days..how do I know if the pain is from leg muscle not being used for 6 months or the xeralto ## Hello, Maureen! How are you? It is hard to say, it could be due to either, or, perhaps both. The NIH lists both as being possible causes, since Xarelto has been known to cause such issues as a side effect, in some people that take it. However, I have to judge on the pain, so if it is occurring in both legs, rather than just the injured one, then my best guess would be that it is due to the medication....

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I have been taking Xarelto for a month now and as soon as i take my pil, my tongue gets pimples and my lips become red. It is quite painful. ## Hello, Adrian! How are you doing? Has there been any change? You might be having an allergic reaction to the medication. Have you consulted your doctor? Have you experienced any swelling or trouble breathing, after taking it? The U.S. FDA lists those as being addition allergic reaction symptoms. Have you ever experienced cold sores? Some medications can cause a flare up of the virus that causes them. ## Yes i have seen my doctor and will be changing my pills next Sunday. I am going to start Eliquis. Just hope that these pills will make the difference as with both Warfarine and Xarelto the side effects were the same. Not sure if they are cold sor...

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If I go off Elequis do I go off gradually or just cold turkey? I need to take motrin for pain. Tylenol does not work for the pain. ## Hello, Jo! How are you? Normally, it is just stopped cold turkey. However, you should not stop it, without your doctor's approval. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and easy bruising. Why are you taking it? ## Doctor said to just stop taking Elequis until I no longer have to take motrin.

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Hi I have a mechanical aortic valve I am on coumadin for life. I need surgery for my neck. I am so afraid of bleeding into spinal cord or clots. I will have to do a bridge but am very nervous. Does anyone have any advice ## What is the problem with your neck? And who is advocating the surgery? ## I was rear ended in car accident. . I have a couple herniated disks. I have done alot of other treatments for over a year. A ortho surgeon said he could probably get 70 percent of pain gone ## Personally, I do not like the knife to get rid of a problem, even when serious. Alternative medicine gives you the option of getting rid of 100% of the pain, but it will take time. I do not know where you live, but there are great alternative doctors every where. Whenever you are dealing with the spine ...

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I was at the hospital on the 30th of August this year, and he said everything looked positive so I could come of Apixiban if I wanted- but I would need to get a blood test on the 30th of September. Now- I am only 18 years old and I have PTSD over hospitals and needles to I chose to come off it- as I had my PE around the 30th of January this year. So that's around 5 days I've been of the Apixiban- but I'm in so much pain! Not as severe as the actual PE it's self granted but enough to worry me. The doctor said if I was in pain to go to A & E as soon as just to be cautious. It's what I can describe as 'growing pains' even though I know it's not. That was how my PE started in the first place- from my legs. I am moving about unlike before and I am NEVER going

I took xarelto 20 milligrams and then 3 hours later I was suppose tobtake a xansx and I took another xarelto. What should I do ## Hello, Lucy! How are you? Did you experience any adverse effects? In the future, if such a situation occurs, you should contact your nearest poison control center, or emergency services, and follow their instructions as directed. As reported by the FDA, taking too much of this medication could result in your experiencing more intense side effects, which may include headache, nausea and dizziness. It could also increase the risk of experiencing a dangerous bleeding event. You should also make sure to inform your doctor.

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Been on Pradaxa fro three months, experiencing severe itching all over. If I stop taking Pradaxa how long will it take for itching to stop? ## Hello, Alexandra! How are you doing? Has there been any change? Many medications in this class can cause itching, due to the effect they have on your circulation and, if you switch medications, it may take a few weeks for the side effects to go away. But please do not stop taking it, without consulting your doctor. Other side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache and easy bruising. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I've noticed i have a blotchy rash on my left calf that has the clot. Is that anyway related to the clots or the Xaralto? I also noticed my voice is hoarse,is that a side effect of the medication? ## Hello, Lori! How are you? The rash is a listed side effect, as reported by the FDA. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache and easy bruising. However, hoarseness is not, though it does list dry throat and sore throat, which could be causing it. Either way, just in case your having an allergic reaction, you should have these checked out, to be safe. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have been on Xarelto 20 mg.for about a month now and I have noticed my feet, ankles and lower legs swell worse. I do have Lymph edema in lower legs though so I have to consider that as well. I use a Lymph edema pump to keep the swelling down. But my legs have been more sore and painful since I have been on Xarelto. I was on Warfarin for years for blood clot history in my lower left leg. What do you think about the swelling? ## Hello, Delores! How are you doing? I am very sorry about the health issues that you're experiencing. Yes, as reported by the FDA, Xarelto has been known to cause or worsen edema, in some people that take it. Other side effects may possibly include nausea, headache, increased risk of bleeding and easy bruising. Have you informed you doctor? You may need to sw...

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My bp ranges between 120-135 n 80-95... My pulse rate is between 90 n 110. I used to take seloken XL50 mg.. now doctor Has shifted me to Telma 40 mg. Along with this I also take trental 400mg, neurokind n shelcal 500mg... can u please tell me the effects it will hv on me... ## Trental increase your blood circulation to prevent any time of ischemia

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Been on Coumadin for 22 years no problems.... Insurance wants me to take Warfarin. Doctors prefer brand name because I am the first person in the US with four artificial heart valves. Afraid to make the switch but price is very high on pension. Really don't want to switch. Afraid. Any thoughts. Would like some doctors to respond. ## Dear Kathy, Judging from your unique and isolated circumstance, it sounds like it would be best to try and stay on what you know already works. There's an old sayin' that says, "don't try to fix what isn't broken" - and it sounds like insurance companies will try to do just that by forcing you onto something different based on their own personal preference instead of what's logically sound. But If insurance isn't going to ...

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Ugly rash on torso legs and arms, Dr no help. Had knee blood clot, gone now. Been off liquids over a month. Does anyone know what can be done and will they go away. ## Dottie again. Been off eloquis (not liquids) darn spell correct... ## Hello, Dottie! How are you? No worries, I am fluent in typonese! LOL Anyway, at this point, I am suspicious that the rash might not be due to the Eliquis and you may need to consult a dermatologist to get to the bottom of it. There are various things that could cause it, such as laundry detergents, soaps, body washes and shampoos. Have you recently switched anything that you use? Is the rash itchy?

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Can eliquis cause TIA's and also does the dosage depend on age? My father had slurred speech, dizziness general feeling of being drunk after taking this drug for a PE. He's 85 and was given 20mg a day! ## Hello, Elle! How is your dad? Yes, it has been known to cause TIA's, according to the U.S. FDA, and while the dosage isn't dependent on age, it is also known that the elderly are frequently more prone to experiencing side effects from a medication and often experience them more severely than those who are younger. Other side effects of this medication may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and easy bruising. However, it has also been known to cause full strokes, in some people, so you should consult his doctor, just in case. Is ther...

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Just got off Plavix (clop.....) after 18 months on after a stent was implanted in my main artery. I am getting hot flashes about 4 a week.... is that a withdrawal symptom? I am 72. Judy ## Hello, Judy! How are you? It could be, several other people have reported experiencing them, as well, once they stopped taking it. Other withdrawal effects, as listed by the FDA, may possibly include nausea, dizziness and diarrhea. However, it could also be hormonal. Have you consulted your doctor? ## Started taking Plavix plus baby aspirin last July after having 2 medicated stents placed. The doctor took me off my replacement hormone therapy related to possible blood clots after stents. Started having hot flashes again, had been on HRT for past 30 years! In the beginning the hot flashes were not so b...

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