Riveroxaban

[southkorea]

I have recently changed from warfarin to Riveroxaban. I have noticed two side affects . I cant stop itching, and I have slight bleeding of my gums from time to time . Otherwise fine. Any advice about the itching? Also does alcohol cause bleeding. I only have one gin and tonic but it may be bigger than a pub measure.

[BobD Volunteer]

Healthy gums do not bleed so best see your dental hygienist on that front. Sorry can't help re itching.

[Morzine]

I’d prob rinse with salt water for a bit, may just be your gums…then if not go see dentist, lots of stuff causes bleeding gums, a little bit of plaque on tooth near gums etc…..can’t see it’s the anti coags.

Sue

[Belle11]

The NHS website lists bleeding gums as a possible side effect of rivaroxaban, and says try using a soft toothbrush and waxed dental floss to clean your teeth, and advises telling your doctor if the bleeding bothers you or doesn't stop. nhs.uk/medicines/rivaroxaba... I take rivaroxaban and don't get bleeding gums.

Rash and itchy skin are mentioned as possible side effects in the information leaflet in my boxes of rivaroxaban tablets. Another thing to discuss with your doctor if it's bothersome? There might be an alternative drug that would work better for you

I didn't know about a connection between alcohol and bleeding gums but I found this article which describes the link. It says that even four (or more) drinks a week can majorly impact gum health! yourdentalhealthresource.co...

Good luck finding answers to these problems.

[southkorea in reply to Belle11]

Thank you so much

[Vonnegut]

I thought we were supposed to reduce or stop having alcohol! A large daily gin and tonic is a lot more than I ever had. On diagnosis I stopped having the small glass of wine with my evening meal and don’t miss it!

[Ppiman]

No, alcohol doesn't. Itching will perhaps be some kind of effect that is maybe an allergy or a liver type effect and should settle as you become used to the drug. But, I think a blood test and a doctor's visit are called for as there are other "DOAC" drugs such as apixaban that might not upset you and cause these side effects.

The bleeding might mean that you have a slight gum problem that needs some attention, and will surely be solvable. Many people get bleeding from their gums and taking an anticoagulant could easily worsen this or even bring it on, I would imagine. Again, only your doctor can sort it out.

Steve

[Ppiman]

I don’t think the gin and tonic is a problem. I enjoy one more and again! The itching has been mentioned a few times here by others. I’d mention it to your GP.

Steve