BLEEDING PRECAUTIONS

If you are taking a blood thinner or have a condition that puts you at increased risk for bleeding, you should remember the following information.

NOTIFY YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU:

• Experience bleeding from a cut that is not easily controlled by applying direct pressure with your fingers
• Notice a significant increase in bruises not caused by injury
• Have excessive bleeding from your nose or gums
• Experience blood in your urine (red or dark brown in color) or blood in your stool (red or black in color)
• Cough or vomit blood
• Have abnormal or excessive vaginal bleeding
• Experience severe or prolonged headaches or unusual pain or swelling
• Notice feelings of weakness, dizziness, or fainting
• Notice changes in mental alertness, vision, or ability to speak
• Are unable to take your medicine
• Are starting a new prescription or over-the-counter medicine
• Have a significant change in your diet or health
• Take or are planning to take vitamins, diet supplements, or drink alcohol
• Are planning a dental or medical procedure

AVOID:

• Contact sports or activities that may cause falls or injury
• Sharp objects, such as razors
• Stiff-bristled toothbrushes
• Constipation, rectal suppositories or enemas
• Medicine by injection, unless absolutely necessary

NOTIFY YOUR DOCTOR OF ANY CONCERNS!