Swelling After Stopping Xarelto (Top voted first)

I was prescribed xarelto 20 mg for 20 days following foot surgery, due to a history of a clot in my calf, took last pill day before yesterday and my whole body, but especially my foot is swollen and retaining fluid I am fatigued and sore. I also have a superficial infection on the end of my Inscision and taking antibiotic might go to ER if it doesn't improve. Looks like lots of fluid retention.

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Hello, Christy! How are you doing? Has there been any improvement, yet?

From what others have reported, this is a common effect from stopping Xarelto. Some people also experience fatigue, diarrhea and headache, as listed by the FDA.

In most cases, the edema goes away on its own, but some people do need to take diuretics for awhile.

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I stop xarelto yesterday,today i noticed i didn't go to the bathroom as much as usual, i'm scared i might be retaining fluid. Did yours go away?

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Hello, Markita! How are you doing? Has there been any improvement?

If not, you should consult your doctor. You may need a diuretic.

Is your doctor aware that you've stopped the Xarelto?

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