Purpose
Pradaxa is an anticoagulant prescribed to patients with atrial fibrillation, a condition which can lead to stroke and blood clots when not treated. This medication works by blocking a clotting protein, known as thrombin, to help keep blood circulation working smoothly in your body.
Uses
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a common type of heart arrhythmia, where the heart beats in an irregular way, causing a disruption of blood flow. An estimated 12.1 million Americans will be affected with this condition by 2030. Pradaxa helps manage blood clots.
- Reduces the risk of stroke in patients with AFib (not caused by a heart valve problem)
- Treats blood clots in leg veins (deep vein thrombosis) and the lungs (pulmonary embolism)
- Helps keep blood flowing properly in your body
How do you use Pradaxa?
Before starting on Pradaxa, make sure to inform your doctor of your medical history. It is important to tell them of any conditions you may have. These include heart, kidney, and liver problems. Talk to your doctor to determine if this is the right medication for you.
Pradaxa is taken usually twice a day. Take it with or without food. Remember to take this medication exactly as prescribed to you. Inform your doctor if you are on any other medication, as they may interfere with Pradaxa.
Dosage
Pradaxa is prescribed in different dosing. Your doctor may increase or decrease your dose over time. They will base the dosage on your medical condition and response to treatment. It is important to take Pradaxa exactly as your doctor advised. Do not take less or more of it.
Side effects
What are the side effects to Pradaxa? Signs to pay attention to:
- Loss of appetite
- Insomnia
- Vomiting and nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Joint and muscle pain
- Blurry vision
- Dizziness
- Shortness of breath
- Rashes and itching
- Bleeding
- Bruising
- Irregular heartbeat
- Dark urine
- Yellowing of skin
Storage
Be sure to store this medication at room temperature. Keep this medication out of reach of children. Keep it out of direct contact with any type of moisture and light. Please be sure to keep this medication out of reach of your pets as well. Avoid flushing this medication or pouring this medication into any type of drain. Be sure to follow the instructions that your doctor has provided you to ensure safe disposal of this medication.
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