@mtnmarge On Eliquis for six months. When I mentioned side effects, was told that I'd be off it after six months and then we'd find out. What I have found out is that the side effects have continued. Hurting all over has stopped, but joints in hips, knees and shoulders are incredibly painful at initiation of first use, as getting up from a chair. Like most of those who comment, I've always been active but also hyper flexible. Wish there was research into why it affects some people and not others.