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Due to hospital negligence I got a DVT which traveled to my lung. I initially had problems controlling my INR readings. I was talking to a group of doctors when one of them asked me if I was taking DOXICYCLINE and he told me that that was my problem. Switched to another antibiotic and since then I have had no problems. I asked my DR about these new drugs that do not require freqent blood tests ...

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snooki | 25-34 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
6/10/2008
Condition: Blood Clot in a Deep Vein
Overall rating 1.3
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I have been on this med. less then a week and I Get anxiety, hot and cold flashes. I am on 5mgs so far I am not liking the way my body feels.

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[email protected] | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
6/8/2008
Condition: Other
Overall rating 4.0
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After taking Warfarin Sodium Tab 5mg within 2 weeks I have developed a dry cough, it seems to be worse at night. I took this same pill over 2 years ago & I also had the same reaction.

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Ms Jacq | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
6/8/2008
Condition: Blood Clot
Overall rating 1.7
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I am afraid of Warfarin and its easiness to cause bleeding, however it has to be constantly monitored, it is very aggravating

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Michael | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
6/1/2008
Condition: Blood Clot caused by Artificial Heart Valve
Overall rating 4.0
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No problem taking Warfarin for almost eighteen months. Doctor prescribed Fenofibrate and Simvastatin to reduce cholesterol levels and after taking them for about six weeks the INR level had reached 5.9 I continued taking Warfarin and I stopped taking the other two medications and a blood test gave an INR score of 2.9 Once again started taking these drugs and again six weeks later the INR level is at 4.6 during which time the warfarin dosage has been reduced. No problem with Warfarin how ever I do wonder if the other drugs have an effect.Read More Read Less

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noel | 35-44 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
5/28/2008
Condition: Blood Clot in a Deep Vein
Overall rating 3.3
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had laser surgery on my veins in my legs catheter burned off inside of my vein and traveled to my deep vein system which caused a clot also took lovenox 2 wks. and now take warfin a month now. just got count good at 2.1 doc wants 2.5 how long do i need to be on this drug to get off of it no one seems to know? i take 15 one day 10 the next cant drink beer,green tea,salads,berries it crazy

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Anonymous | 35-44 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
5/18/2008
Condition: Deep Vein Thrombosis Prevention
Overall rating 3.3
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ramon435 | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
5/15/2008
Condition: Deep Vein Thrombosis Prevention
Overall rating 5.0
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works just like coumadin

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jltyner1 | 35-44 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
5/12/2008
Condition: Blood Clot in Lung
Overall rating 3.3
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I began taking Warafin about 4 weeks ago after finding blood clots in my lungs. I am experiencing hair loss. Has this happened to anyone else? They are not sure if it's coming from the warafin or not.

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Anna | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
5/7/2008
Condition: Blood Clot in Lung
Overall rating 1.3
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My blood goes from very thin to yery thick about every 3 days & I am feeling very tired after being on this medication about 2 months. My doctor has had to change the amount I am taking 4 times.

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[email protected] | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
5/2/2008
Condition: Blood Clot
Overall rating 4.7
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I was put on Warfarin due to a blood clot in the saggital sinus of my brain. Fortunately it was found, and removed without any serious implications. This was very uncommon for my age bracket, and the doctors diagnosis was that it was due to being on birth control pills, combined with getting sick with severe dehydration. I have found that since being on the medication I feel lethargic, and tire easily. I also feel a pounding / racing pulse when doing minor physical activity like walking up the stairs. In addition, I have also fluctuaged with maintaining the INR levels, which is quite frustrating. Intermittently I have dizzy spells and blurred vision. Overall, it has been beneficial and served its purpose. Considering the alternative, the sideaffects are minor.Read More Read Less

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Mlady | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
4/30/2008
Condition: Abnormal Increase in Ability of Blood to Clot
Overall rating 3.3
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laws828 | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
4/22/2008
Condition: Treatment to Prevent a Blood Clot in the Lung
Overall rating 5.0
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Scott | 25-34 | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
4/21/2008
Condition: Blood Clot in Lung
Overall rating 2.7
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I got on warfarin 6 months ago after a pulmonary embolism. It has been a challenge to keep my INR in check. The fact that I haven't had any more clots is a good sign. I don't have the energy I used to before wafarin and I notice that my moods seem to swing pretty dramatically, patience levels are not great. Not sure if that is due to the warfarin or to the stress of all the stuff that has been going on since the surgery and subsequent clots. I hope to be off this stuff soon.

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Roberta | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
4/5/2008
Condition: Blood Clot
Overall rating 4.7
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Since taking this medication, my stomach is partiallly upset and sore. I also get a tingeling sensation in my head and get dizzy. Also shortness of breath.

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Anonymous | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
4/4/2008
Condition: Blood Clot
Overall rating 3.3
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I was started on this after having an amniotic fluid embolism during labor with my 4th child. I don't remember any of the event, so I'm not sure exactly why they started this, other than to prevent another clot. They placed a filter in one of my veins, and was on this drug for a total of about two months. The only problems I had with it were being EXTREMELY cold, and bruising like crazy (both are common side effects of the drug). Overall, I'm very glad that this drug is available; otherwise, I might not be here today.Read More Read Less

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[email protected] | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
4/1/2008
Condition: Prevention for a Blood Clot going to the Brain
Overall rating 1.0
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i had twomajornose bleeds from this i had togoin aambulanceone time because i went through 5 towels second time 2 towels i have had my nose carterised since then now my right side is bleeding alittle, all caused from myblood thinnerand stroke, also have blurred vision ,hearing loss, and memory loss,

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jcalex1012 | 75 or over | Male | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
3/30/2008
Condition: Other
Overall rating 4.0
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Had Arial Fibrillation problem 5 years ago. Five days in the hospital. Upon discharge was told I would be on Wafrin for about 3 weeks. That was 5 years ago . Have taken 5mg. every day since with no problems. Get tested every month faithfully. Lucky not to change a lot..Only cheaged dose once.. When a better way comes along, I would consider for safety.

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Anonymous | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
3/29/2008
Condition: Blood Clot
Overall rating 2.0
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I have a hard time with the INR changing constantly. Even having a salad the day before testing will lower the count. Stop taking a multivitamin pill one day will REALLY cause the INR to jump. Having to test from 3 days to 7 days to keep the level right is a real pain. I would rather take Plavix and not have to test so often...

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[email protected] | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
3/19/2008
Condition: Treatment to Prevent Blood Clots in Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
Overall rating 2.0
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I started to take the medication, then i began having severe stomach pain's, severe pain in the back of my legs and dicoloration. And i was so tired, just felt worn out for no reason. i quit the medication for now.

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zena | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
3/17/2008
Condition: Blood Clot in Lung
Overall rating 2.7
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I have been taking the name brand since Aug.07. I'm 41yrs old and I had a Pulmonary Embolism in my left lung and sm clots in my left upper thigh. I now have a permenant vena cave implant filter in my right upper thigh. The medication has prevented me from forming any clots that I'm aware of. But, I do experience rapid heatbeat from time to time and pulsating sensations in my legs and they feel heavy. I also experience some loss of memory or confusion more often. My PT/INR results have been usually below normal- around 1.20 on the average. Physically, I don't feel the same since my experience. I could use some advise if any is available?Read More Read Less

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