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What Causes Welling In The Feet Ankles And Knees After Taking Eluiquis And Diltiazem?
Question: Recently had an ablation heart procedure and didn't seem to stop rapid heart rate. So they have prescribed Eluiquis , Diltiazem and Sotalol. I have been suffering with horrible swelling in the feet ankles and knees. My cardiologist just told me its probably arthritis. There is no way! All these things suddeny started after my medications. I also have been taking ibuproferin and vicodin for the pain. Are there herat rhythm medications that will not cause swelling?Also I had started taking water pills which seems to help but hasn't stopped pain and although swelling is almost gone
Brief Answer:
diltiazem and sotalol rarely cause effect
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
All medications do have potential side effects that may occur in some persons using the agent.
Sotalol can affect the musculoskeletal system causing joint and muscle aches and pains, but it is a rare side effect.
Eliquis is one of the new anticoagulants, it is not known to cause any issues with either the muscles or joints.
Diltiazem can also affect the musculoskeletal system but this is not a common effect. It can rarely cause joint pain, back pain, muscle pains.
Though 2 of these agents have a rare association with joint pain, you may want to consider visiting a rheumatologist who would be to assess you and more accurately determine if the symptoms are medication related or if there is another underlying cause.
If this is not possible, you may want to discuss a change in medication with your doctor to see if this has an effect on your joints.
With discontinuation and change to different meds (if this is an option), the symptoms should improve in 1 to 2 weeks.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
diltiazem and sotalol rarely cause effect
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
All medications do have potential side effects that may occur in some persons using the agent.
Sotalol can affect the musculoskeletal system causing joint and muscle aches and pains, but it is a rare side effect.
Eliquis is one of the new anticoagulants, it is not known to cause any issues with either the muscles or joints.
Diltiazem can also affect the musculoskeletal system but this is not a common effect. It can rarely cause joint pain, back pain, muscle pains.
Though 2 of these agents have a rare association with joint pain, you may want to consider visiting a rheumatologist who would be to assess you and more accurately determine if the symptoms are medication related or if there is another underlying cause.
If this is not possible, you may want to discuss a change in medication with your doctor to see if this has an effect on your joints.
With discontinuation and change to different meds (if this is an option), the symptoms should improve in 1 to 2 weeks.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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