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Apixaban Questions
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Apixaban - Cutting Eliquis 2.5 in half?
I have many bad reactions to Eliquis, taken for paroxysmal Afib and would like to cut the pills in half; currently I take twice daily (2.5 x2) Is there research or experience with this dosage reduction from real people, not the pharma monopoly?
Best antidepressant to use when on Eliquis?
When a person is on Eliquis (Apixaban) what is the safest antidepressant? My friend is suffering from depression following a recent stroke and has been on Apixaban for several years due to a previous blood clot in his leg. His doctor prescribed Effexor, but I have heard that shouldn’t be used... read more
Atrial Fibrillation - AF post surgery of mitral valve repair?
My cardiologist prescribed RivaRaxaban 20 mg daily for one month. On subsequent visit, he changed it to Apixaban 10 mg daily in view of lower price. What is the difference between RivaRoxaban and Apixaban? What are their efficacy in treating my heart condition since I had have no symptoms at all... read more
Lately I've been having breathing difficulties I've been taking medication for my heart and prostate
I use Triptorelin and abiraterone for prostate cancer. Also, due to atrial fibrillation, I had ablation and am using Apixaban and bisoprolol (Theracor) Lately I've been experiencing breathing difficulties due to an unknown etiology of lung disease. Could any of the medications I'm using... read more
Eliquis - I am on apixaban 2.5mg twice a day. Can I take Flaxseed 2000mg a day which contains Omega?
... 3,6 & 9 ? I need to take this as I do not eat fish... please can some one advise me. So far I have been given conflicting advice.
Blood Thinners - Are those taking Apixaban at higher risk of complications from Coronavirus?
The guidance on who is vulnerable in the UK is very vague. Are those on anticoagulants at higher risk? I had blood clots on my lungs twice last year and have asthma.
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