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What should I pay attention to when taking blood thinning drugs?
Coagulation, Thrombosis, Hemostasis
1. Avoid collisions
Blood thinners help prevent heart attacks and strokes. However, these drugs make it harder for your body to stop bleeding on its own, so even a minor injury can become a serious problem. Avoid contact sports and other activities that could put you at risk of injury. Take walking, swimming, or other safer exercises instead of dangerous ones.
2. Stick to a routine
Take your medication at a fixed time each day. Some blood thinners don't work right away and only work if you take them regularly.
3. Know your medications
Before you take any new prescription or over-the-counter medication home, check with your doctor or pharmacist to make sure it won't interact with your blood thinners, which could be dangerous.
4. Be careful not to get cuts
Blood thinners can turn a small cut into a big one. Wear gloves when you use a knife, gardening shears, or other sharp tools. Be especially careful when shaving. Use an electric razor if possible so you don't cut yourself. Don't trim your nails too deeply or too close to the skin.
If you do cut yourself, apply pressure until the bleeding stops. If the bleeding continues, use medication to stop the bleeding.
5. Watch your vitamin K levels
High vitamin K levels can make a common blood thinner called warfarin (Coumadin) less effective. Brussels sprouts, lettuce, and spinach are high in vitamin K. It's not that you can't eat these foods while taking blood thinners, but you should talk to your doctor about how much of these foods will keep you safe and healthy.
6. Get blood tests
When you take a certain blood thinner, you may need to have regular blood tests to determine how quickly your blood clots. The results can help your doctor decide whether to change your dose or switch you to a different medication.
7. Ask your health care team to keep an eye on you
Tell your doctor every time you see him or her that you're taking a blood thinner, especially before starting a treatment or taking a new prescription medication. You need to let your doctor know ahead of time that you're at special risk for bleeding.
8. Take good care of your teeth
Your gums are delicate, so be gentle when brushing. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and don't brush too hard.
Tell your dentist that you're taking blood thinners. That way he or she will be extra careful when examining your teeth and may give you medicine to reduce bleeding during dental work.
9. Watch out for side effects
Sometimes blood thinners can cause:
Bleeding gums, unexplained bruising, dizziness, periods of weight gain, and red or dark brown urine or stool.
If you notice any of these symptoms, tell your doctor.
10. Keep your medicines easily accessible
Keep a supply of band-aids and gauze at home. And make sure you carry some with you in case you get a cut. Special powders can stop bleeding quickly and keep bleeding under control until you get medical help. You can buy these products at your local pharmacy without a prescription. They're also safe to use while taking blood thinners.
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