Eliquis for Prevention of Thromboembolism in Atrial Fibrillation User Reviews (Page 4)
Reviews for Eliquis
- Ros...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- September 21, 2023
"I was prescribed Eliquis in March of 2022 due to having paroxysmal afib. I was diagnosed back in 2014 but was terrified of blood thinners due to all of the negative reviews, so I put it off. However, my experience has been very positive. I take the 5mg pills 2x a day and have not had any side effects at all, except for minimal gum bleeding the first week. In fact, multiple times I have asked if it's possible that it isn't working at all since I actually seem to have less bruising and bleeding than before. Doctors and nurses say I must be less clumsy than others, but that's not true at all. I also had surgery and stopped it for 3 days before and 2 days after with no problems at all. Every person's body is different and you may find this medicine works for you with few or no side effects. Also, Bristol Myers helps if you can't afford it, so the cost is no longer an issue."
- Bob...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- December 10, 2021
"I was diagnosed with aFib 2 years ago. Initially, my primary care physician prescribed Eliquis. Initially, I said, I'm not taking that. When I researched it and what it prevents, I decided to. The cardiologist who performed the cardioversion told me that I can go off of it 9 months after the procedure, but she said most people decide to stay on it. I'm 68, and Eliquis is the ONLY drug I take. I take 5mg twice per day. I have no ill effects from it. The aFib has not returned. I do have vein issues in my legs, and that is another reason I'm staying on it."
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- Cin...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- September 7, 2023
"I have been on Eliquis for 4-6 months. I have had all good results. The only complaint I have is the price. I have been getting free samples from my doctor at this time. I have no drug insurance. I am 66 years old, have MS, RA, high BP, and atrial fibrillation. Taking Eliquis has not added to any of my problems. I no longer have pains in my chest area."
- Mik...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 13, 2021
"Just started, and so far, not bad. However, this medicine company is all about making money. Overly priced, and it's said because most insurance companies only cover a small portion of the cost. The average before deductible is 560 dollars for 30 2.5 milligram pills. It's really not right how they hold your life hostage to get rich. You will lose your house after paying for this medicine. So many people are complaining about the price, yet they still hold your life in their hands."
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Your review helps others make informed decisions.- Bub...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- July 29, 2021
"First dose of Eliquis Mar 25, final COVID injection April 22, heart ablation May 6, then May 12 I could not walk. Have all symptoms mentioned in reviews I have read. The pain in the feet was unbelievable, bedridden for almost 4 months, spent 3 days in the ER, test after test, all came back clear."
- A G...
- February 14, 2022
"In 2018, I had awful experiences (side effects) with a competitive blood thinner, Xarelto. In early February 2022, my cardiologist prescribed Eliquis. What a difference! Even though twice the copay, absolutely worth the extra out-of-pocket expense."
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- Eli...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 29, 2024
"I have been diagnosed with palpitations and occasional afib. I was resistant to starting Eliquis, but after much research, I have been on it for a few weeks. I have not experienced any of the severe side effects others have described. Ultimately, my decision came down to this: Do I prefer to have a stroke or endure some potentially annoying side effects? I chose the latter. I’m only 66 and very active. For those considering taking themselves off Eliquis, please be aware you may be putting yourself at a greater risk of a stroke. I recommend getting an Apple Watch if you can, to monitor your heart rate, afib events, etc."
- Hil...
- Taken for 5 to 10 years
- September 14, 2024
"I have been taking Eliquis since 2017 without any side effects. I take 5 mg in the morning and 5 mg at night. I had an operation in 2021, and I stopped the medication 3 days prior and went back 2 weeks after. In 2022, I had 3 kidney stones removed, and I followed the same procedure as before. My aunt is 96 years old and has been taking Eliquis for many years, she highly encouraged me to take it as prescribed with no hesitation."
- Ano...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- April 14, 2025
"After a stroke in 2018, I began using warfarin, but going for a blood test every week or two got old pretty fast. I was switched to Eliquis, couldn't afford $700.00+ a month, so my cardiologist gave me a discount card for a $10 copay. When it expired, I applied to renew it, but at the time, I didn't have prescription coverage on my insurance. So they said if I didn't have insurance, they couldn't renew. I went back to warfarin. When I changed insurance and had drug coverage, I reapplied and was given another card. Recently, it expired again, and I was told that I didn't qualify because I have insurance (so which is it?). And the discount is only given so people can try it and see how it works for them. I liked the drug, had no side effects, easy to use, wish I could continue it, but guess it's back to warfarin and all the blood work."
- CCC...
- Taken for 5 to 10 years
- September 19, 2019
"I have been on Eliquis for 5 years with no side effects. I had a major stroke 5 years ago. All is fantastic, and I continue to live the dream."
- Anonymous
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- February 28, 2017
"I take Eliquis at night (5mg) and wondered if anyone else has to get up to urinate 4-5 times at night. Did not see this on the side effects."
- Anonymous
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- January 12, 2020
"Extremely expensive. $480.00 for a month supply. Like most, I feel like rubbish all the time. No energy. Bristol-Myers is just a big company ripping us off. I'm going back to aspirin."
- Sid...
- August 14, 2016
"I experience dizziness and poor concentration after each dose."
- Edw...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- November 15, 2015
"No problems with it. Glad I don't need to do monthly blood tests like Coumarin. I had to go off pain medication for arthritis due to the risk of bleeding, so that is a problem."
- Sys...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- January 12, 2020
"Been on it for 2 years now. No side effects for me."
- Fat...
- August 3, 2019
"Been on Eliquis for two years, no noticeable side effects besides slight knee joint pain. Prescribed 5 mg 2x day."
- B i...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- September 29, 2016
"This med immediately caused me to have out of control nosebleeds and bruising. This med is deadly, don't take it!"
- Tng...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- April 29, 2018
"Causes side effects, confusion, slows reaction."
- MaH...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- January 20, 2020
"Lung effusion August 10, heart catheterization August 15. No blockages, August 26 ER, then admitting to the hospital. Since taking Eliquis, I have had breathlessness."
- Ryd...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- April 24, 2022
"They changed my sister's medication from Warfarin to Eliquis, and she had a stroke within two months. I know another person with the same experience."
- Bks...
- May 23, 2017
"I have needed blood transfusions every 2 months, more if I want. My iron level is very low since on Eliquis."
- Sky...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- May 22, 2017
"Has seemed to keep a-fib occurrences down, but upsets stomach sometimes. Hate having another med that I may have to take for the rest of my life."
- Sus...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 9, 2023
"Dizzy spells, fatigue, increased arthritis pain, lack of focus, increase in PVCs. Even after discontinuing Eliquis, I had to double medication for PVCs because they did not go away."
- Gre...
- October 10, 2017
"I have had no problems with this drug and have experienced a lot less bruising since on this drug, as opposed to taking warfarin."
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"Eliquis gave me my mom back. Mom had a stroke years before Eliquis was available and was put on aspirin and Plavix. Over the years, she deteriorated mentally and physically from the stroke, and her dementia had almost completely incapacitated her mentally. She finally had another stroke, and the doc took her off the aspirin and Plavix and put her on Eliquis. In less than a week, Mom was almost back to her pre-first-stroke self, mentally. We had almost a whole good year with Mom mentally/dementia-wise. I really, really wish Eliquis had been around years earlier so Mom could have gotten it after Stroke 1 (or even before then) because it made such a difference after Stroke 2. The only thing was Mom had to be moved from 5 mg to 2.5 mg because she was very elderly and small and had some minor bleeding behind her eyes. This resolved itself almost immediately after the dosage change."