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What Causes Confusion And Memory Issues After Taking Eliquis?
Question: my brother is taking eliquis and experiencing severe confusion. He is very quiet and has forgotten many daily tasks. What should he do
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Brief Answer:
Eliquis side effect to consider, dementia also.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.
I have read your question and understand your concerns.
Confusion and memory issues isn't listed among the common possible side effects of Eliquis, but can't be excluded as a possibility.
Another condition to consider regarding to your brother's symptoms and age is dementia, but first is necessary to exclude Eliquis as the culprit by stopping it and using Enoxaparin instead for a couple of weeks.
If confusion persists after stopping Eliquis, dementia should be considered and evaluation by a Neurologist is necessary.
Discuss with your brother's Doctor about these issues.
Hope you found the answer helpful
Kind regards.
Eliquis side effect to consider, dementia also.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.
I have read your question and understand your concerns.
Confusion and memory issues isn't listed among the common possible side effects of Eliquis, but can't be excluded as a possibility.
Another condition to consider regarding to your brother's symptoms and age is dementia, but first is necessary to exclude Eliquis as the culprit by stopping it and using Enoxaparin instead for a couple of weeks.
If confusion persists after stopping Eliquis, dementia should be considered and evaluation by a Neurologist is necessary.
Discuss with your brother's Doctor about these issues.
Hope you found the answer helpful
Kind regards.
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