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I'm on xarelto for dvt and i'm wondering what are some safe over the counter stuff i could take if i think i am coming down with a cold?

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Simple..: Avoid Aspirin/Motrin/Naproxen. Can take Claritin , Zyrtec , allegra, Tylanol, Mucinex (guaifenesin)..DM etc.

Dr Fritz agreed

Answered 6/15/2018

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