Eliquis Causing Memory Loss

My 81 yr old mother takes Eliquis and now suffers extreme memory loss. She's gone from running a family business to not remembering what she ate for breakfast. The doctors don't seem to listen to our concerns. She was on warfrin for years without any problems. Should we ask the doctors to take her off Eliquis and put her back on Warfrin?

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My mother is 77 years old. She is on Eliquis for the past couple of months, and I have noticed slight memory loss which she didn't have before. She is mentally active and has been for years. She teaches Sunday school and is the prayer leader at our church. I am hoping it is the medication. Please respond to my personal e-mail below. I am interested in communicating with you.

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My 81 yo mother was placed on Eliquis a month ago for atrial fibbulation, and we have noticed a significant memory loss and uncertainty that she did NOT have prior to taking it.

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Such cognitive issues are not listed among the possible side effects as listed by the FDA.

Ref: Eliquis Information

However, there have been reports from those taking it who state that they have experienced memory loss, while on it.

Ref: Eliquis Memory Loss Reports

The main issue of concern is that Eliquis can increase someone's risk of bleeding, so it has been known to cause internal bleeding, including strokes.

So, if the doctors aren't listening to your concerns, then I strongly urge you to consult a different doctor, as she needs to be evaluated for a possible stroke.

Is she on any other medications?

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