¿Puedo tomar Apixabán y Metformina juntos?

Por qué sucede esto

Apixaban is a blood thinner (anticoagulant) and metformin is a medicine for type 2 diabetes. They work in completely different ways in the body and are processed by different organs and enzymes, so they do not interfere with each other.

Lo que deberías hacer

You can continue taking both medicines as prescribed by your doctor. However, always ensure your doctor knows all the medications you are taking, and monitor your blood sugar levels as usual.

Precauciones importantes

Cirugía o procedimientos dentales

You must tell your surgeon or dentist you are taking apixaban before any procedure, as it increases your risk of bleeding and may need to be stopped temporarily. Do not stop taking it without medical advice.

Severe kidney disease or dehydration

Metformin must be stopped if you have severe kidney problems or become severely dehydrated (e.g., through severe vomiting or diarrhoea), as this can lead to a life-threatening build-up of acid in the blood called lactic acidosis.

Injury or falls

Because apixaban thins your blood, you must seek immediate medical attention if you have a serious fall or a blow to the head, even if you feel fine, due to the risk of internal bleeding.

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Alcohol

Avoid excessive alcohol consumption while taking metformin. Drinking too much alcohol, especially on an empty stomach or if you have liver problems, increases the risk of a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis. It can also increase the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia).

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Descargo de responsabilidad

Esta información es solo para fines educativos generales y no debe considerarse como un sustituto del consejo médico profesional. Siempre consulte a su médico de cabecera, farmacéutico u otro profesional de la salud calificado antes de tomar decisiones sobre sus medicamentos. Las circunstancias individuales pueden variar, y solo un profesional de la salud que conozca su historial médico puede proporcionar orientación personalizada.