What Can Do Or Take To Reduce The Risk Of Blood Clots?

Posted on Thu, 21 Jan 2021

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Question : I am obese and I have to 5mg of norethindrone while losing weight. I have to take it for prolonged periods . Does this medicine at 5 mg increase risk of blood clots ? Is there anything I can do or take to reduce the risk of it increases it. Thank you. I start the medicine soon. I am just afraid to begin it.

Answered by Dr. Diwashish Biswas (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, it increases risk of clotting.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question, I understand your concern.
Actually it can cause blood clotting, but do not worry.
You just look for some symptoms, like, pain, swelling in your limbs.
Whenever you feel such symptoms, visit your doctor to rule out clotting.
Never sit for more than 4 hours, without moving leg.
(like in train, bus, flight, it can lead to clotting)
I hope your query is clear now.
Thanks and regards
Dr Diwashish biswas

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