Can Xarelto Cause Joint Pain
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I took 30 mg a day from3 weeks, then dropped it to 20 mg per day. About 6 days after dropping to 20 mg, I started to get pain in joints, primarily hands, feet, knees, elbows, etc. I am being treated for PE's. My rheumatologist tested me for all connective tissue orders which were all negative.

I am suffering and only take Tylenol for pain, which is not too helpful.

I am debating if I should switch blood thinners or if joint symptoms will reduce over time with the Xarelto.

Thank you to all.

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I have been on Xarelto 20mg daily for nearly a year now. I’m experiencing severe joint pain in both elbows especially at night where it becomes painful to start moving them!
Is there anything that can be done as it’s also effecting my work life too!

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Verwon,

Where is it that you are getting this information on the joint pain from Xarelto, as I would like to,learn more about it? Information on joint pain from Xarelto has been so difficult to research. I had no weight gain thus far, 2 mos. I stayed on the Xarelto thus far.

Thank you,
Cenzo

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I called the manufacturer and was told only 1.7 percent got arthritis. My hematologist seems to dismiss this, but I'm am at a loss as I was tested by a rheumatologist and tested negative for all connective tissue disorders. I was just put on xarelto due to a blood clot as a result of anti phopsoholipid syndrome.

Been very tough on me so far.

Thank you

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Hello, Cenzo! How are you?

Joint pain has been a frequently reported side effect of Xarelto and it doesn't seem to go away, which has caused quite a few people to have to stop taking it.

Another commonly reported problem is weight gain of generally greater than 40 pounds.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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