Blood Thinner (Anticoagulant) Forums (Page 24)

Hello all..Sept 29,2014 I was put in the hospital for having 2 massive clots in my lungs. I was put on the small dose of Xarelto for 21 days taking them twice a day. Now I just started 2 days ago taking 20mg 1 time a day. I havent had any issues except for a pain that is in my left arm. What makes me a little worried is when I went into the hospital it was cause I was short of breath and a pain in my left arm.. So should I be worried or is it just a side effect? ## Hi Kendra, Sorry to hear about your troubles with those symptoms. Based on my research, "difficulty with breathing or swallowing" as well as "pain in the arm or leg" are both listed as possible side effects from taking Xarelto. Although arm pain itself is reportedly a less common side effect, difficulty breath...

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On Xarelto since October. 2015. Calves feel firm but soft to touch.feet sometimes feel cold but warm to touch. Weight gain since October. ## Hello, Zoe! How are you? That can happen with medications that cause blood thinning and/or prevent clotting, due to the affect they have on your circulation. The FDA lists the other typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and easy bruising. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have a lot of different illness and pain, I used to take tylonol ibuprofin etc, but started taking warfarin 5mg to thin blood and now they say i cannot take pain pills that also thin the blood. Q. what can I take for pain that will not interfere?? ## Hi Martha, From what I've read, Ibuprofen and Acetaminophen are two types of pain medications that do not thin the blood in and of themselves. So the OTC meds you were on prior to starting Warfarin are both fine in that regard. However, I would still recommend talking with your doctor first just to be on the safe side. You can learn more about this drug on the page for Warfarin Details Have you also considered looking into things like acupuncture or essential oils for additional pain relief? ## But I have a read that ibuprofen can mak...

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Our doctor prescribed us to take one tablet Ecosping 75 mg daily in the noon. My wife is 8 weeks pregnant now. Can her use Ecosping 75mg in 8 weeks pregnancy? Please reply. ## This is sometimes prescribe during pregnancy for blood thinning to increase blood flow to the baby, so it can be taken during pregnancy, as long as her doctor knows she is taking it. The U.S. FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and stomach irritation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have been taking Eliquist since October 2015. Three weeks ago, I developed a severe rash on my right calf and hive like bumps on both forearms with constant itching and redness. This is the first time that this has happend since I had a stroke, caused by a fall and hitting my head, in April 2015. I have been diagnosed with A-fib for over 10 years and also take digoxin ( 0.125 mg ) and Plavix during that time prior to the stroke. what are my options for getting off of Eliquis? Right after my stroke, I was given warfarin and had no problems, only now after taking Eliquis have I developed this rash and itching. Any sugestions would be appreciated. Thanks. Dave in Mexico ## You could speak to your doctor about possibly going back on Warfarin, or trying an alternative medication, there are...

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at the age of 79 triple bypass at 83 showing a fib on halter monitor . 15 mg xarelto started. Last year (7/14/15), st jude clinical trial pacemaker placed in left ventricle doing well but since bypass (5 years previous) began having memory issue (dx early dementia) and taking nemantine (20 mg bid) and (10 mg qd) Aricept. uses inhaler two puffs (bid) Symbicort (not always compliant w this med) question (finally) quality of life affected w xarelto his primary dr didn't even understand why he was placed on the drug (since a massive amt of seniors are walking around with a fib and just on aspirin therapy. his cardiologist said he needed it. I just retired as an RN ed tripped one day and landed on his hip and had a massive bruise his hands are bruised he cant work in the garden he is becomi

1 week on Xeralto for heart ablation. Was on waif in for 2 months no problems. Having bad headache before bed and waking up to them as well. Take 20mg Xeralto evening meal. This morning was just so frustrated never have headaches, do got on Internet and discovered could be xeralto. It is the only difference in meds. And other thing weird body order. Anyone experienced this? ## Hello, Selah! How are you? Yes, headaches can be a common side effect of this medication, as reported by the FDA. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, increased risk of bleeding and easy bruising. As to the unusual body odor, that can occur with virtually any medication, due to the way they affect your body chemistry. Is there anything else I can help with?

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what is the chemical composition, principle of actions and efects of clopitab 75 mg ## Dr. have advise the following medicine for my mother who is 80 years old. Morning: Fruselac DS Evening : Clopitab (Clopidogrel), Prolemer XL 25, Valent 40, Matriem 50. What are these medicines for any are they useful as my mother is very weak and can she stop using them after a month or two. My mother was admitted with severe cold and chest congestion - nemonia and does not have any other problems. She feel very weak. Please advise the usage of all these medicines. Thanks ## Dr. have advise the following medicine for my mother who is 80 years old. Morning: Fruselac DS Evening : Clopitab (Clopidogrel), Prolemer XL 25, Valent 40, Matriem 50. What are these medicines for any are they useful as my mother ...

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I have MS and lymphedema. My leg doctor put me on trental 400mg 3x/day then my neurologist put me on Ampyra. Do they both do the same thing... Dilate the blood vessels in the legs? I can't get a yes or no answer. ## Hello, Elaine! How are you? Trental improves blood flow, but Ampyra improves walking ability and speed, as reported by the FDA. Side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia and blurred vision. Have you had any improvement from taking them? ## Thank you for answering. Yes, it helps. My concern is the information I got from ampyra with my first supply said it helps with walking speed, but they are not sure how! If it is in fact from better blood flow then I don't want to take too much. ## My last post substituted Ampyra with amputated. Sorry ...

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Wanting to know what Memitol is made up of please? ## Ingredientes in memitol ## I'm not aware of how many different brands there are of this supplement, but the Memitol mind and memory supplement label from a company called Nutricell, lists the following ingredients: Bacopa Monnieri 20% 300mg Rhodiola Rosea 4% 100mg Phosphatidyl Serine 20% 50mg Reishi Powder 50mg Ginkgo Biloba 4:1 50mg Huperzine A 1% 200mcg It looks like a natural supplement used to support enhanced cognitive function and to help fight age related memory loss. I hope these details help! ## Thankyou very much David, is very helpful Regards Fiona ## I wish that formulators of brain enhancement supplements would not include ingrediants such as Ginkgo Biloba because about half the population are on blood thinners such ...

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If I've been on Eliquis 5mg twice a day since Nov. 7, 2014 and I stopped taking on Dec. 18, 2014 after the 8:30 PM dose. how long will it take before the drug is out of my system? ## How long does it take for Warfin & Elequis.It to get out of a person's system after stopping?

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My father started on Xarelto this past week for Afib and within 2 days gradually started developing bilateral thigh, groin and buttock burning/pain progressing to inability to walk 2 additional days later and severe pain. He is normally a very active person. Has anyone experienced this? ## Hello, Greg! How is your father doing? Has there been any change? The FDA does list those types of symptoms as being possible side effects. He may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and easy bruising. Side effects are typically transient and go away with time, once your body gets used to a medication, however, given the severity, I think his doctor should be informed as this may not be the right medication for him. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Hi than...

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Compounding Pharmacy has lost source of my Lactose free Warfarin they have been able to provide for years with no other added filler ingredients. Have an actual milk allergy (tested and confirmed) not a Lactose intolerance. Second compounding pharmacy having same problem! Express Scripts searched and have none. If you have a source I would love to hear about it. Need the Warfarin, but having to deal with diarrhea & nausea make it a struggle. Any help is appreciated!

I had 2 stents on February 3,2016. My bruising was so bad that just all I had to do was lay my arm down too hard to get another one. I started waking up to what looked like blood blisters under my skin. After researching a lot, I decided to take myself off Effient and continue with aspirin only after almost 4 months. So far, no problems and I feel much better. Off for 6 weeks now. Has anybody else stopped early??? ## Hello, Ruby! How are you? Wow! I can understand why you stopped taking it. However, since you did have 2 stents placed, it would be best to consult your doctor about taking a different medication for the rest of the time you need to take one to help make sure you stay out of danger. You are not the only one that has had such issues, though. The FDA warns that most of these ...

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I found a Peach oblong pill with AN on one side the other side is scored with 5 on one side of the score&766 on other side of score. Thank You ## Hello, Phyllis! How are you? This tablet is manufactured by Amneal Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 5mgs of Warfarin, which is a blood thinner. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and easy bruising. Is there anything else I can help with?

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2 months ago my doctor prescribed Pradaxa because I have Dvt. I have other health issues therefore I take quite a few meds. After 1 month on Pradaxa, I said to the doc, there are 2 things a woman doesn't want to happen, 1-gain weight and 2- lose your hair. My genius doc said, hair loss is not a side effect. Told him I don't know where ha gets his info. I took it upon myself to stop Pradaxa. I have been off for 1 week & my hair keeps falling out. Anybody know when the hair loss stops and will your hair come back. To add insult to injury I began to gain weight. I am quite crippled due to severe arthritis in my hips so I don't want to carry any extra weight on my hips. Any ideas when that hunger eases up. Thanks. ## Hello, Dee Dee! How are you? I'm sorry about the probl...

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I only take 2.5 mg of eliquis. I was supposed to take it 2x a day but with the side effects I'm not going to. It's affecting my stomach, weight, and cough. Bad ## Hello, Carol! How are you? Those can be normal side effects of it, as reported by the FDA. You may also experience headache, dizziness, increased risk of bleeding and easy bruising. However, if you're afraid of the side effects and don't want to take it as prescribed, you should talk to your doctor, they may be able to prescribe an alternative medication. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Has Xarelto caused you to have a spinal stroke? ## Hello, Ann! How are you? Xarelto has been known to cause many types of bleeding and strokes in various parts of the body, though spinal is not specifically mentioned, the FDA does warn about possible bleeding issues and stroke in general. Other side effects may include dizziness, headache and nausea. Does you doctor think it caused this to happen to you? ## Yes, he thinks that's a strong possibility. I'm still having diagnostics done to determine the cause of my problem. I go for a second opinion next week with another neurologist. I have been taking Xarelto since last August. This drug has scared me ever since I started it after being diagnosed with Afib. I have an appt with my cardiologist next month and I plan to insist he pu...

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In general blood thinners just seem dangerous to me. I had a PE six months ago and was on Xarelto for the duration of six months recommended by my doctor. She stated the treatment would be about six months. Well after going in yesterday for a follow-up my clots are gone with a little bit of scar tissue but my d-dimer test was a little low and she wants me to continue on thinners. I have taken myself off of them for two weeks now because I just did not enjoy the effects. Xarelto caused me a lot of excessive bleeding during my monthly cycle, I became dizzy, and my stomach bloated up something strange. I felt like I aged in a matter of six months losing a lot of my hair and skin just looks bad and old. Before this happened I did not look like that. I also lost most of my hair during the si...

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My mother is 90 with AF. Last Sept had blood clots removed from rt leg. She has been on Xarelto for 8 months. She has been complaining of both legs feel ice cold. Her legs are warm to touch. She also describes twitching of her legs at night. She also has SOB when walking from one room to another. She describes it as having to catch her breath. Can this be of concern? This has been going on for months. ## Hello, Linda! How are you and your mother? There is a chance that this is due to medications side effects, the FDA does list similar symptoms as being among the possible ones it can cause, along with increased risk of bleeding, headache, nausea and easy bruising. However, given your mother's history, it would be best to have doctor check things out to be on the safe side. Is there a...

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