Apixaban

[AndtH]

Hi every one, just joined up.

I have been prescribed Apixaban 5mg twice a day in stead of my once a day aspirin. I've noticed I bruise easily, has any one else noticed bruising?

[Hidden]

Common side effect of anticoagulants I'm afraid

[Vonnieruth in reply to Hidden]

Have been on a month now So far no bruising apparent Touch wood

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Section 2 beta.nhs.uk/medicines/apixa...

[NathanBlau]

Yes - and it takes ages to stop minor cuts bleeding!

[Madgranny2]

I was on Apaxiban, and was told to report heavy bruising to the GP. My anticoagulant has now been changed

[RoyM]

Been on Apixiban over two years. I haven't had any bruising issues or bleeding problems that couldn't be resolved using normal methods. May have taken slightly longer to stop...but that's all.

[Hullensian]

Been on Apixaban since May last year. Bruise a lot easier, but not excessively. Agree with the recommendation, ie. expect bruising, but, if it is excessive - straight back to your GP, whilst you are bruised.