Introduction The so-called thrombocytes (blood platelets) are a type of cell in the blood that is responsible for clotting. They are therefore an important component of hemostasis, as they attach themselves to the damaged tissue in the event of injury and thus ensure that the wound closes. If one speaks now of thrombocytopenia, this means … Thrombocytopenia
Diagnosis The first important step in diagnostics is the conversation between doctor and patient. Here the doctor can ask whether the patient has noticed a prolonged bleeding period, e.g. in the case of a small skin incision or increased bruising. Current medications, especially blood-thinning drugs such as heparin, ASS or Marcumar and a possible familial … Diagnosis | Thrombocytopenia
Therapy The therapy of thrombocytopenia depends on its cause. If an infection or pregnancy is the cause of thrombocytopenia, it usually subsides on its own. If there is an underlying disease, it must be treated. If there is a deficiency of vitamin B12 and folic acid, it must be compensated by additional intake. Drugs that … Therapy | Thrombocytopenia
What can be the long-term consequences of thrombocytopenia? In principle, if the platelet count is permanently lowered, bleeding events with the following complications can occur. Nevertheless, bleeding due to thrombocytopenia or thrombocytopathy (e.g. due to ASA therapy) is usually limited to petechial skin bleeding. Rather, this symptomatology is more an indication for a diagnostic intervention … What can be the long-term consequences of thrombocytopenia? | Thrombocytopenia
Definition Xarelto® is a drug containing the active ingredient rivaroxaban and is one of the new oral anticoagulation drugs, commonly known as blood thinners. It is a direct inhibitor of a factor in blood clotting. Xarelto® is used particularly for the prophylaxis of strokes in atrial fibrillation, but also has several other indications. Compared with … Xarelto®
Side effects of Xarelto Xarelto® acts on blood coagulation and thus influences an important control process in the body. This can lead to sometimes serious side effects. The side effects of Xarelto® can be classified according to frequency. Common side effects are: Anemia, dizziness and headaches, bleeding from the eyes and conjunctiva, nosebleeds, bleeding gums, … Side effects of Xarelto | Xarelto®
Interaction with other drugs Some medications for fungal infections or HIV can inhibit the breakdown mechanisms of Xarelto® , so that higher doses of Xarelto® are present in the body. This increases the risk of bleeding. Some antibiotics have a similar, but somewhat weaker effect on Xarelto®. Other anticoagulants also increase the risk of bleeding. … Interaction with other drugs | Xarelto®
For which operations do I have to discontinue Xarelto®? Before surgery, it must be carefully considered whether the risk of bleeding or thrombosis is predominant. For major operations with impending blood loss, Xarelto® must be discontinued beforehand; for minor operations, such as dental surgery, Xarelto® can usually continue to be taken. Major operations that are … For which operations do I have to discontinue Xarelto®? | Xarelto®
How expensive is Xarelto®? Xarelto® is a prescription drug that is paid for by health insurance companies. Patients with health insurance only have to pay a co-payment of 5€ and can also be exempted from this in case of chronic complaints. The cost of Xarelto® for self-pay patients is € 365 for the first three … How expensive is Xarelto®? | Xarelto®
