Xarelto 20mg Strip Of 28 Tablets

Xarelto Tablet contains rivaroxaban, which is an anticoagulant medicine (medicines that help prevent blood clots). It is used to prevent blood clots in blood vessels of the brain (stroke) and other parts of the body in a patient with non-valvular atrial fibrillation, in which heart rhythm is irregular. It is used to treat or prevent blood clots in the veins of the legs (deep vein thrombosis) or the prevention of blood clots in blood vessels of the lungs (pulmonary embolism).

It is used in the prevention of venous blood clots in patients requiring hip or knee replacement surgery. It works by reducing the tendency to form blood clots by blocking a blood clotting factor (factor XA). Take Xarelto Tablet with food at fixed timings as prescribed by your doctor.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose of Xarelto Tablet include an increased risk of bleeding. If you have taken too much of Xarelto Tablet, contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of Xarelto Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Xarelto Tablet acts as an anticoagulant. It inhibits the activity of clotting factors made by the liver. Hence, it prevents the formation of blood clots in the body and makes the blood thin.

Directions for Use

• Take Xarelto Tablet with food as prescribed by your doctor.
• It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results. Do not consume it more than the quantity prescribed by your doctor.
• Follow your doctor's instructions. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Xarelto Tablet during pregnancy?

Components of Xarelto Tablet are known to be harmful to the foetus. Thus, it should be avoided in pregnant women. If you become pregnant while on the treatment with Xarelto Tablet, immediately inform your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Xarelto Tablet while breastfeeding?

Components of Xarelto Tablet are known to be excreted in milk. Hence, it should be avoided while breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Xarelto Tablet?

Xarelto Tablet causes fainting or dizziness. If you are taking Xarelto Tablet, avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Xarelto Tablet?

Drinking alcohol, along with this medicine, may increase the risk of bleeding. Therefore, alcohol drinking should be avoided while taking Xarelto Tablet.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have severe kidney disease or lung disease.
• You have very high blood pressure, which is not in control.
• You have stomach or bowel problems.
• You have a bleeding tendency or increased risk for blood clots.
• You have a problem with the retina of the eye.
• You had undergone artificial heart valve replacement.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to rivaroxaban or any of the other ingredients of Xarelto Tablet.
• If you have liver disease.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you have any bleeding disorder.
• If you have a stomach ulcer, brain injury, bleeding in the brain.
• If you have undergone brain or eye surgery recently.
• If you are taking other medicines, e.g. warfarin, dabigatran, apixaban or heparin to prevent blood clots except in some conditions.

Side effects

• Long or excessive bleeding
• Headache
• Pain in stomach
• Nausea or vomiting
• Loose motions or constipation
• Dizziness or fainting
• Indigestion
• Swelling or pain in limbs
• Skin rash or itching of the skin

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Taking Xarelto Tablet with other medicines such as fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, clarithromycin, erythromycin, ritonavir, enoxaparin, clopidogrel, warfarin, naproxen, acetylsalicylic acid can increase the effect of Xarelto Tablet.
• Taking Xarelto Tablet with other medicines such as phenytoin, carbamazepine, herbal medicines such as John's wort, rifampicin can decrease the effect of Xarelto Tablet.
• Discuss with your doctor if you are taking any other medicines, supplements or herbal preparations before taking Xarelto Tablet.

Storage and disposal

• Store Xarelto Tablet at room temperature in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For what purpose is the Xarelto Tablet used?

• Xarelto Tablet is used for the treatment and prevention of blood clot formation in blood vessels and other parts of the body (deep vein thrombosis). It is also used to treat or prevent blood clot formation in blood vessels of the lungs (pulmonary embolism) and for the prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in a patient with non-valvular arterial fibrillation (irregular heart rate).

How does the Xarelto Tablet work?

Xarelto Tablet works by reducing the tendency to form blood clots by blocking a blood clotting factor (factor XA).

Which is the better medicine, Xarelto or Eliquis?

Xarelto Tablet contains rivaroxaban and is generally used for the treatment of the formation of blood clots in various parts of the body. Eliquis Tablet contains apixaban and is used for the treatment of the formation of blood clots in various parts of the body. However, you should only take the medicine prescribed by your doctor as the same shall be based on your diagnosis and medical history.