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Composition FOR Rivaflo 20mg Tablet

Rivaroxaban(20mg)

food interaction for Rivaflo Tablet

alcohol interaction for Rivaflo Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Rivaflo Tablet

lactation interaction for Rivaflo Tablet

food
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Rivaflo 20 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 Rivaflo 20 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Rivaflo 20 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
Rivaflo 20 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 Rivaflo 20mg Tablet

Rivaroxaban(20mg)

Rivaflo tablet uses

{med_name} is used for blood clots. It prevents the formation of blood clots in the legs, lungs, brain or heart.

How rivaflo tablet works

Rivaflo 20 Tablet is a novel oral anticoagulant (NOAC). It works by stopping a clotting factor called factor Xa from working. This helps prevent the formation of blood clots in the body.

Common side effects of rivaflo tablet

Bleeding

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Expert advice FOR Rivaflo Tablet

  • For best results, take Rivaroxaban at the same time every day. It is better to take at night with meals.
  • 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).
  • It may cause dizziness. Avoid driving or activity requiring mental focus until you know how it affects you.
  • If you are going to have a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Rivaroxaban temporarily.
  • Notify your doctor if you have any kidney problem.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
  • Do not stop taking medication without talking to your doctor. 

Frequently asked questions FOR Rivaflo 20mg Tablet

Rivaroxaban

Q. What are the side effects of Rivaflo 20 Tablet?
The most common side effects of Rivaflo 20 Tablet include long or excessive bleeding, breathlessness (which may be a sign of bleeding), exceptional weakness, tiredness, paleness, dizziness, headache, and unexplained swelling. Other side effects can be severe skin and allergic reactions, bruising, coughing up blood, bleeding from the skin or under the skin, and swelling and pain in the limbs. Using Rivaflo 20 Tablet may increase the bilirubin and decrease the number of platelets. Some people may experience fainting episodes, faster heartbeat, and dry mouth. In case you notice any side effects, immediately contact your doctor.
Q. Is Rivaflo 20 Tablet a blood thinner?
Yes, Rivaflo 20 Tablet is a blood thinner. It is a medication that prevents the blood from clotting within the blood vessels. It also prevents the blood clots from recurring in the blood vessels. It may be prescribed to treat blood clots in the veins of the legs and in the blood vessels of the lungs.
Q. Is Rivaflo 20 Tablet dangerous?
Rivaflo 20 Tablet has numerous beneficial effects, but it has a tendency to make you bleed more than normal come even with minor injuries as it reduces your blood’s clotting ability. Sometimes Rivaflo 20 Tablet may cause serious bleeding which may be dangerous and may need urgent medical attention. This risk may be higher in people taking Rivaflo 20 Tablet along with other blood thinning medications. Contact your doctor if you notice even minor bleeding.
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Q. What foods should you avoid if you are on blood thinners?
Avoid taking grapefruit and grapefruit juice while taking Rivaflo 20 Tablet. The reason being, grapefruit contains compounds that slow down the metabolism of Rivaflo 20 Tablet and increase the activity leading to bleeding. On the other hand, if you are taking some other blood thinner like warfarin, you should avoid taking any food that increases the activity of vitamin K or increases the clotting of blood. Such food items may include spinach, brussels, sprouts, mustard greens, broccoli, asparagus and green tea. However, the use of these food items is not restricted with Rivaflo 20 Tablet.

Content on this page was last updated on 20 June, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)