*Welcome to the OutUK series looking at gay men and their health brought to you in association with the NHS* website.**
	Each week we'll tackle a different topic in our A to Z of Gay Health. We'll have features and advice on everything from relationships, sexual health, mental and physical conditions and how to stay fit. You can follow any of links provided below for more information direct from the NHS website, or see this week's feature L: Laxatives.

Who Can And Cannot Take Apixaban

Who can take apixaban

Most adults aged 18 and over can take apixaban.

Apixaban is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor if you:

have ever had an allergic reaction to apixaban or any other medicine
are trying to get pregnant or are already pregnant - apixaban can be harmful to your baby
have liver or kidney problems
have had a recent spinal injury or surgery
have any injuries that are currently bleeding a lot, such as a wound
have a stomach ulcer
have antiphospholipid syndrome, a condition that affects the immune system and makes you more likely to get blood clots
have ever had surgery to replace a heart valve

OutUK's A to Z of Gay Health continues and you can read this week's feature L: Laxatives. We have covered many subjects in this series and you can catch up with all of our Previous A to Z Features. If you want to find out more about this particular topic you can visit the Original article on the NHS website. If you are worried by any aspect of your health make sure you go and see your doctor or book an appointment at your local clinic.
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