pradaxa - side effects

I have been on Pradaxa 150 mg/twice a day for about a month.  I am experiencing heartburn, fatigue and hip pain.
I am concerned that these problems are the result of my changing my medication to Pradaxa.  

I was on warfarin for the prior 2-3 years and had difficulty achieving a clotting time within the allowed limits which is why my cariologist put me on the Pradaxa.

I am concerned that the dosage of the Pradaxa may be too high.  I weigh 132 pounds and am 81 years old (female).

[DeltaDawn23]

Are the side effects listed on the manufacturer's insert?  Maybe talking to your pharmacist would help.

[ksig]

I started taking Pradaxa less thatn a montha ago and am taking the same dosage and noticed the same heartburn and was prescribed Nexium for it.  That is one of the side effects.  I really did not experience the fatigue but I do have hip pain but I think that is due to skipping the gym for a couple of weeks.  I'd call the Doc and let them know what is up.
ksig

[tessa843]

Thanks for your response.  I will check in again with the MD to see what can be done about this discomfort, which feels more like a big lump in the esophagus rather than a burning sensation.  Don't you wonder if it is worth taking these new meds considering the side effects which come with them?

[Jerry_NJ]

I have rejected taking Pradaxa when the possibility was offered by my Cardiologist a few weeks back.  My reasons are two:  High cost of Pradaxa, and Warfarin works well for me.

[tessa843]

I have noticed that if I take Pradaxa with a meal and with a very large glass of water, at least 8 ounces, that the esophageal effect is lessened.  Perhaps you could try this and not have to add the Nexium to your routine.  Just a thought.

I've decided the hip pain is due to something else.