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San Diego, CA

I'm taking Eliquis and I have been experiencing constant itchiness on my back, head and eyes. I'm considering switching to xarelto, hoping I won't experience itchiness with it.
I would appreciate your feedback.

January 11, 2025
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A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

My mother has itchiness all over .legs ,hands ,arms . she's diabetic type 1 . She applies a cream for the itch . prescribed by the doctor. and also I brought a wood stick that has a little hand .to deal with the scratch in the back . you can get it on those Chinese stores of 99 cent items

January 12, 2025 (edited)
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Hi Sue, yes I have ckd stage 3, never thought of it as the cause of the itching but could be possible, will talk with my cardiologist about it.
Thanks for the feedback, take care.

January 13, 2025
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

@Golden I read somewhere that if you have kidney disease it could be the cause of itching. My head itches and never had that before but I do have CKD. Best wishes! Sue 581 BTW - Happy Birthday!

January 13, 2025
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I've been itchy lately I don't think from xerelto but???

January 11, 2025
MyHeartDiseaseTeam

Itchiness is not listed as a common side effect of Xarelto (Rivaroxaban) or Eliquis (Apixaban) in my knowledge base. However, individual reactions to medications can vary. Before switching, consult your doctor to discuss your symptoms and determine if the itchiness is related to Eliquis or another cause. They can guide you Show Full Answer

Itchiness is not listed as a common side effect of Xarelto (Rivaroxaban) or Eliquis (Apixaban) in my knowledge base. However, individual reactions to medications can vary. Before switching, consult your doctor to discuss your symptoms and determine if the itchiness is related to Eliquis or another cause. They can guide you on whether Xarelto or another treatment is a better option for you.

January 11, 2025

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