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Bleeding from Anticoagulant Home Care
Home care for bleeding from anticoagulant includes:
  • Avoid aspirin.
  • Avoid anti-inflammatory medications.
  • Avoid herbal supplements.
  • Avoid vitamin E supplements.
  • Do not take additional medications without your doctor's consent.
  • Apply direct pressure to control bleeding:
    • Use a gauze or clean cloth directly on the wound.
    • Maintain constant pressure for at least 10 minutes.
    • Do not interrupt the pressure, in order to look at the wound.
  • Take prescribed medications as directed.
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Last Updated: Apr 3, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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