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Can people with Atrial fib take vaccine
I am suffering with Atrial fibrillation and hyperthyroidism for last 6 months. I am taking blood thinner Eliquis 5mg twice a day for 6 months. Can I take Covishield vaccine? I have heard that people who are taking blood thinner and having heart problem should avoid covid vaccine.
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Eliquis is a potent blood thinner Need to know it’s effect before vaccination as it may cause hematoma formation after injection
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You need to stop Eliquis 36 hours before taking the vaccine and immediately resfsrt it after the vaccination. That's the only precaution needed to be taken
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You can take.. Need to know the effect of equilis by doing tests..
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