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IC/Elmiron and tattooing

IC/Elmiron and tattooing

Hi my doctor put me on Elmiron in November.  My question is I was planning on getting a tattoo in the next week or so, but now since I am on this medication I am wondering if this is safe.  I know that Elmiron works as a blood thinner but I haven't noticed any bruising since I have been on it.  Please advise.  Thanks!!
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Hi,  yes Elmiron can work as a mild blood thinner but the effect is minimal.  I've never seen a case of excessive bleeding attributed to Elmiron.  It has been reported to cause bruising in some patients.  You may want to stop your Elmiron temporarily and have your doctor draw your blood to check your coagulation status prior to the tattoo, especially if it will be an extensive one. The labs to be drawn are the PT and PTT  Good Luck.
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