Rivaroxaban (Xarelto)

Generic Rivaroxaban (Xarelto)

Rivaroxaban (Xarelto) is a medicine known as an anticoagulant or blood thinner. It helps prevent and treat blood clots. It is used to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack. It prevents and treats clot formation in the veins of your legs, lungs, brain and heart. Xarelto is commonly used in patients with irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation) to prevent clot formation. It also reduces the risk of getting clots in people who have undergone knee or hip replacement surgeries.

Rivaroxaban Information :

Uses :

The medication known as rivaroxaban tablet is a blood thinner or anticoagulant. It aids in blood clot treatment and prevention. It is employed to lower the risk of heart attack and stroke. In the veins of your legs, lungs, brain, and heart, it prevents and relieves clot development.

To stop clots from forming in individuals with atrial fibrillation, rivaroxaban tablets are frequently utilized. In patients who have had hip or knee replacement surgery, it also lowers the risk of clotting. Taking it with or without food is possible. To get the most out of it, take it at the same time every day. This medication may be required for many years, or in certain situations, for the rest of your life. Never stop taking it or alter the dosage without first consulting your physician. It may rapidly increase your risk of thrombosis (the development of a blood clot inside a blood artery), heart attack, or stroke. Making lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking, maintaining a nutritious diet, exercising frequently, and decreasing weight if necessary, can lower your risk of blood clots.

Precautions & Warnings :

Please let your doctor know if you have a history of medication allergies, including to Rivaroxaban. Before taking Rivaroxaban, it is recommended that you speak with your doctor if you are pregnant or nursing. Before taking Rivaroxaban, let your doctor know if you have a stomach ulcer, liver or kidney issues, high blood pressure, or bleeding issues. If you are pregnant or nursing, consult your doctor right away.

Side Effects :

The following is a brief summary of some of the mild side effects that oral Rivaroxaban tablets may have. Consult your physician or pharmacist, or review the prescribing information for Rivaroxaban oral tablet, to find out about additional mild side effects.

Rivaroxaban oral tablet mild side effects that have been documented include

• Bleeding
• Cough (children)
• Vomiting (children)
• Inflamed stomach and gut (children)

Many medications have mild side effects that usually go away in a few days or weeks. Consult your physician or pharmacist, though, if they start to cause you problems.

Interactions :

Rivaroxaban may interact with medications that treat fungal or bacterial infections (fluconazole, erythromycin, clarithromycin), antiplatelet medications (warfarin, enoxaparin), antiviral or HIV medications (lopinavir, ritonavir), pain relievers (aspirin, ibuprofen), antiepileptic medications (carbamazepine, phenytoin), and herbal depression remedies (St. John’s wort).

Use with caution in patients with kidney, liver, or bleeding problems, heart problems, and unstable blood pressure.

Overdose :

If someone has overdosed and is experiencing severe symptoms, such as unconsciousness or difficulty breathing, call 911. If not, immediately contact a poison control center.

Missed Dose : 

Try to take it at the same day every day. Do not double the dose if missed.

Storage :

Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.