Eliquis Forums (Page 7)

Since taking eliquis I have had terrible soreness in both my arms just in moving them is very painful. I'm going to ask the doctor to take me off this drug besides being tired all day. ## Hello, Laura! How are you? I'm sorry about the problem you're experiencing. Several people have reported such issues from taking Eliquis and this is listed as being a possible side effect by the FDA. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, and easy bruising. However, there are other medications that you can try to see if they work for you, without making you miserable. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Help with bleeding on eliquis. Dr. wants my husband to go 2.5 mg instead of 5mg. Not happy with answer to his bleeding. ## Hello, Judy! How are you and your husband? Has there been any change? Unfortunately, a dosage adjustment is the way bleeding is usually dealt with, according to the NIH. Other side effects, as reported by the FDA, may include nausea, dizziness, headache, and easy bruising. How bad is he bleeding and what has caused the bleeding?

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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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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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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

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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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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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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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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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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After taking Eliquis for 3years , I began experiencing extreme joint pain in shoulder and fingers. Early morning dizziness are also beginning. I have had cryo - balloon ablation and am waiting until next month to be taken off this drug. My af- fib is gone and I will go on aspirin only. ## Hello, Benchin! How are you? I'm sorry about the problems you've experienced. Many people have reported such side effects, when taking this medication and the FDA does list them as being common. You may also experience headache, increased risk of bleeding and easy bruising. How much longer will you be taking it?

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My mom started takin Eliquis 2X2.5 mg a few weeks ago. From about a week ago she got a problem with her blod pressure and blood sugar ad she feels very tired sometimes. I'm just wondreing if these problems with very high BP and Blood sugar are related with taking the new for her Eliquis and Betaloc ZOK she starded because of Atrial Fibillation she has now. I'm very nervous about her condition now. Please help wit advice! ## Hello, Daniela! How is your mom doing? Yes, as reported by the FDA, Eliquis has been known to cause such issues as side effects, in some people that take it. Other side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and easy bruising. It can even cause or worsen A-fib, which you said she has, now. She should have these is...

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I had a pace maker put in and stopped taking Eliquis for 6 weeks. When I started taking it again I am not bruising. When taking it before the pace maker I bruised really easy and a lot. Any suggestions as to why this is happening? ## Hello, Diane! How are you? Your body may just be better adjusted to the medication, now. Most side effects are typically transient and go away, after awhile. However, given your concern, you should make sure to inform your doctor to be sure. Other typical side effects for this medication may include nausea, dizziness, headache and increased risk of bleeding. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I been sick all day and been in pain since last night the pain meds aren't working what should I do? ## Hello, Gina! How are you feeling? Has there been any change? As listed by the NIH, these symptoms could be due to several different problems, including GERD, Flu or heart attack, so it is very important that you have them checked out by your doctor. What medications are you on? ## I'm much better thanks for asking. Still in pain but I go to the doctors tomorrow so I'll let you know what he says.

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My mom is experiencing severe knee pain since taking Eliquis. She and doctor have taken her off the medication. How long will it take before she begins to feel relief since discontinuing the drug? ## Hello, Kath1234! How is your mom feeling? How long was she taking it? Depending on the length of time and dosage, it may take anywhere from 2 to 4 weeks, before it eases off and she starts to feel better. The FDA lists the other typical side effects of Xarelto as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and easy bruising. ## Thank you for the information! She is still hurting. I will let her know about how long it can take. It is scary for her. A chance of a Blood Clot or not being able to walk. ## My mom is doing 100% better since going off Eliquis. It obv...

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on eliquis 2.5mg twice daily Feet swell. Pamphlet reads possible side effect. I keep feet highly elevated when sitting. Want to avoid taking diuretic. No high blood pressure, not over weight. Who has experienced this & what have you done. I am considering compression stockings. I have frequent urination, that is not a problem. In the past my feet would swell when siting at the p.c. for a lengthy period of time before I was on any meds. My next dr. appt. coming up in 2 weeks. Appreciate any feedback ## Hello, Jackie! How are you doing? How did your doctor's appointment go? Yes, just as you've read, the FDA says that can be a side effect of this medication, along with nausea, headache, increased risk of bleeding and easy bruising. You may need to take a diuretic or switch to a...

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Everyone says Eliquis can cause heavy periods... I have been on it for about 6 months now and I haven't gotten my period in 3 months... Is this normal??? ## Hello, Jamie! How are you? No, that is not a normal occurrence with this medication, as reported by the FDA. Its typical side effects include the heavy periods that you've mentioned, as well as nausea, dizziness, headache and hypotension. Are you on any other medications? Is there a chance you may be pregnant? ## Hello I have had issues with Equis I have been on ELIQUIS for 10 months my periods where heavy and thing changed no period for two months then I had very light one I suffer side affects dizziness nausea I don't bruse any more or bleed to much things have just changed my DR dose not no why the side affect are not...

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I had a blood clot from surgery in July. My doc put me on Eliquis for 3 months where I bled excessively and nonstop. Even now after quitting, my periods last 2-4 weeks every month. It seems related. ## Hello, Holly! How are you? I'm sorry about the problem you're having. This medication has been known to cause that in women, as listed by the FDA, but it usually resolves a week or two, after it's been discontinued. Other side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and easy bruising. Are you on any other medications? You may have a hormonal imbalance that needs to be corrected.

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My 32 year old Daughter is currently on Eloquis 5 mg twice a day and lately she has been expressing her concerns about the Eloquis. She has been experiencing considerable numbness in her legs and stomach and mildly in her face. It seems to be more in the fleshy areas of her body because when asked if she is experiencing that same numbness right under her breasts above where the swelling is on her stomach or on her feet which below the swelling she is experiencing on her both of her legs. Or even the fact that her cheeks on her face are numb but the forehead is not which also sort of points to the fact that perhaps the fleshy areas of the body are more affected by the swelling and/or the medicine. >>>I am writing this because she has been on the Eloquis for month and is seein...

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