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I have just come off 15mg waffarin 4 days ago after a dvt 3 months ago, and since coming off it i have had difficulty sleeping, is this normal?

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Dr. Michael Dugan answered

Specializes in Hematology

No: I would not say this is an expected association from a DVT or drug standpoint.

Answered 6/10/2014

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

No: Suggest weaning Coumadin (warfarin) over a couple of weeks with gradual dose reduction to avoid a rebound hypercoagulability the sleep issue may be unrelated to meds.

Answered 6/24/2014

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