Blood Thinners
— help prevent clots from forming in blood vessels. Examples include
Warfarin (Coumadin), Enoxaparin (Lovenox), Heparin, Fondaparinux (Arixtra),
Dabigatran (Pradaxa), Apixaban (Eliquis) and Rivaroxaban (Xarelto). Possible side
effects: nausea, diarrhea, poor or no appetite, bleeding.
Heartburn
Medicine — prevent stomach acid from being produced, prevent and treat
reflux and ulcers. Examples include Pantoprazole (Protonix), Omeprazole (Prilosec),
Esomeprazole (Nexium) and Famotidine (Pepcid). Possible side effects: upset stomach,
diarrhea, constipation, dry mouth.
Steroids
— treat inflammation of the skin, joints, lungs and other organs.
Examples include Prednisone (Deltasone), Methylprednisolone (Solu-Medrol) and
Hydrocortisone (Solu-Cortef). Possible side effects: nausea, upset stomach, dizziness,
irritability, restlessness, insomnia, increased appetite, temporary weight gain, headache.
Potassium — helps control heart rhythm. Possible side effects: nausea, vomiting,
diarrhea, abdominal discomfort.
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