Elixaban 5mg Tablet
Rs.157for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Elixaban Tablet
alcohol interaction for Elixaban Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Elixaban Tablet
lactation interaction for Elixaban Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Elixaban 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Elixaban 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Elixaban 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Elixaban 5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Elixaban 5mg Tablet
Apixaban(5mg)
Elixaban tablet uses
{med_name} is used to prevent blood clots. It prevents the formation of blood clots in the legs, lungs, brain or heart.
How elixaban tablet works
Elixaban 5mg Tablet is a novel oral anticoagulant (NOAC). It works by preventing the formation of blood clots in the body.
Common side effects of elixaban tablet
Hemorrhage, Hematoma, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Bruise, Nausea, Brain hemorrhage, Hypersensitivity, Itching, Low blood platelets, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Coughing up blood, Abnormal liver function tests, Skin rash, Hair loss, Muscle bleeding, Pulmonary hemorrhage
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Expert advice FOR Elixaban Tablet
- Apixaban can be taken with or without food. Night time administration is not preferable.
- It interacts less with food or other medicines. Hence, frequent dose changes are not required.
- It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, using sharp objects or engaging in contact sports (e.g. football, wrestling).
- Inform your doctor if you see blood in your vomit, urine or stool (black, tarry stools or bright red blood).
- If you are going to have a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Apixaban temporarily.
- Notify your doctor if you have any kidney problem.
- Do not stop taking medication without talking to your doctor.
Frequently asked questions FOR Elixaban 5mg Tablet
Apixaban
Q. Can I cut the tablet of Elixaban 5mg Tablet?
If you have difficulty swallowing the whole tablet, the tablet may be crushed and mixed with water, or 5% dextrose in water, or apple juice or apple puree. Remember to crush the medicine just before you take it.
Q. What if I miss a dose of Elixaban 5mg Tablet?
If a dose is missed, the patient should take Elixaban 5mg Tablet immediately and then continue with twice daily intake as before.
Q. What are the side effects of taking Elixaban 5mg Tablet?
Elixaban 5mg Tablet may cause bleeding in eyes, stomach, nose, etc and anemia which may cause tiredness or paleness. It may also lower your blood pressure which may make you faint or have a quickened heartbeat and nausea. Blood tests may show an increase in gamma glutamyltransferase (GGT), which may be due to liver problems.