Pradaxa

[drumcannon]

Do not hear much about this drug believe an antidote is now avaliable has anybody aware of any adverse reactions and is this drug still being prescribed

[Jules1712]

Hi. Ive been on pradaxa since april (for life) - after unprovoked bilateral PEs. Few side effects other than a little indigestion. No bans on food or drink. Yes there is an antidote, its Praxbind. Im happy with Pradaxa.

[Annpatricia in reply to Jules1712]

I’ve been on it for almost 4 years (in persistent AF). No side effects but best not to take on an empty stomach and to eat a couple of mouthfuls right after taking to ensure capsule gets pushed down through oesophagus before coating dissolves - which is what creates the indigestion sensation

[iannoah6]

I've been taking it following AF and cardioversion since it was released for this condition several years ago and have no side effects at all. I understand that GPs are reluctant to prescribe it now due to cost and steer people towards Warfarin. The antidote is Praxbind.