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Contraindications for Using Eliquis-1

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Eliquis as follows: Eliquis is mainly metabolized by the liver. Individuals with history of compromised liver function cannot metabolize Eliquis and this can lead to increased blood levels of Eliquis for longer duration, leading to toxicity and episodes of bleeding. Eliquis should be avoided or used with extreme caution in such individuals. Eliquis is mainly excreted in the bile and urine. Individuals with history of biliary obstruction, stasis [...]

Side Effects of Eliquis Use-2

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Eliquis as follows: Internal bleeds Patients taking Eliquis can occasionally present with episodes of internal bleeding, resulting in coughing up of blood, vomit that looks like coffee grounds, red colored urine, bleeding per rectum that is either bright red or brown black in color. Hemorrhagic stroke Patients taking Eliquis can occasionally present with episodes of internal bleeding from cerebral blood vessels, resulting in episodes of headache, [...]

Side Effects of Eliquis Use-1

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Eliquis as follows: Nausea and vomiting These are some of the most common side effects of Eliquis. Taking Eliquis with some food can minimize the effects of nausea and vomiting. Anaphylaxis A rare, but serious anaphylactic response can occur for Eliquis. Patients can present with extreme itching and rash, swelling of the face and throat, dizziness, bronchoconstriction, and difficulty breathing. This is an emergency and medical [...]

How to Take Eliquis

Patient was educated on how to take Eliquis as follows: Maintain strict compliance with intake of Eliquis as ordered, with regards to dosage and frequency, to derive the benefit of the medication. Noncompliance with this recommendation can result in episodes of bleeding or clot formation. So, do not change your dose of Eliquis, without your doctor’s recommendation. Take Eliquis pill with or without food along with a full 8 oz. glass of water. Taking the [...]

Eliquis and Mechanism of Action

Patient was educated on Eliquis and its mechanism of action as follows: Eliquis is an anticoagulant inhibiting some proteins that help clotting. Eliquis inhibits factor Xa along the coagulation pathway. Eliquis helps individuals with atrial fibrillation, by preventing formation of clot and consequent stroke. Inhibition of clot formation also offers protection against deep venous thrombosis, consequent development of pulmonary embolism and episodes of myocardial infarction and chest pain. So, Eliquis is widely used in individuals [...]