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What concerns should I have about taking blood thinner?

Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: Jul 6, 2024 | Replies (18)
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@gloaming

Fair question, WS. There is no danger other than you'll very shortly return to your pre-apixaban clotting capability, and that may not be desirable in those, most anyone, who was prescribed the drug to reduce risk in the first place. Please note the following:
https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/apixaban/common-questions-about-apixaban/

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domiha | @domiha | Jul 4, 2024

Thanks for your reply. Like @windyshores I had gotten the impression that if you stopped taking a DOAC there may be some rebound period when you would be in more danger of stroke or heart attack. Based on what your link indicates, your blood will simply return to the coagulation level it was at before beginning the DOAC. Though, in my case, if I'm taking it because I had a TIA and some signs of AFib, I doubt that I will ever be able to stop taking it unless there seems to be some negative side effect. Day 2 and so far all seems about the same. Best wishes! Mike

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