Can warfarin cause weight gain?
I've been taking Warfarin for a while now due to a heart condition. Lately, I've noticed I'm putting on some weight, even though my diet hasn't changed much. Could Warfarin be causing this weight gain?
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9 months ago
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My cousin was put on blood thinners after a clotting issue and noticed some weight changes. While elder family members suggested herbal teas, she checked with her doctor who clarified it was mostly mild swelling and water retention, not fat gain. Always trust your doctor's word on this.
5 months ago
According to most clinical studies, warfarin itself doesn't directly cause weight gain, though fluid retention or reduced activity while recovering might play a role. I'd suggest tracking your daily calorie intake and steps on an app to see if there are other lifestyle factors at play.
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8 months ago
Sometimes changes in our medication alter our body's daily balance, but staying calm and eating clean helps immensely. Keep a positive mindset, take short gentle walks if allowed, and let your doctor guide your dosage. Take care of your health.
7 months ago
I am also quite new to learning about blood thinners because my uncle was recently prescribed this. Is it common to feel bloated on it, or does the weight gain happen gradually over months? I would really love to hear if others faced this.
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4 months ago
Dekho, warfarin directly fat nahi badhata hai. Ho sakta hai rest karne ki wajah se ya water retention se weight thoda upar niche ho raha ho. Doctor se consult karo aur bina poochhe medicine bilkul band mat karna, bahut risk ho sakta hai.