Eliquis 5 mg Tablet
Pfizer Ltd
Uses of Eliquis 5 mg Tablet:
Prevention of blood clots
Composition of Eliquis 5 mg Tablet:
Apixaban 5mg
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Description
Prevention of blood clots
Uses
Apixaban is generally used in treatment for prevention of blood clots. It is generally used in prevention of and treat blood clots forming in the legs, lungs, brain or heart.
Side effects
- Bleeding
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Apixaban, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Apixaban is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Apixaban is a novel oral anticoagulant (NOAC). It makes the condition better by preventing the formation of blood clots in the body.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Apixaban an anticoagulant?
Yes, Apixaban is an anticoagulant that prevents formation and development of blood clot
Q. Is Apixaban safer than warfarin?
Apixaban is safer than warfarin as it affects only factor X, instead of all clotting factors affected by warfarin, leading to decreased risk of bleeding from various body organs. However, each of the drugs has its own uses and is used taking into consideration the requirements of the disease and the patient
Q. Can I take ibuprofen with Apixaban?
No. Using Apixaban together with ibuprofen may increase the risk of bleeding, including severe and sometimes fatal haemorrhage
Q. Does Apixaban affect International normalized ration (INR)?
Apixaban affects INR variably, however, INR levels which indicate coagulability of blood cannot be used to monitor Apixaban treatment
Q. How long does Apixaban take to work?
Apixaban takes 1-2 hours to start acting, with peak effect seen at 3-4 hours of oral intake
Q. Does Apixaban have an antidote?
Apixaban does not have an antidote. Overdose may be corrected by surgical haemostasis or the transfusion of fresh frozen plasma
Q. Is Apixaban dialyzable?
No, Apixaban is not dialyzable.
Yes, Apixaban is an anticoagulant that prevents formation and development of blood clot
Q. Is Apixaban safer than warfarin?
Apixaban is safer than warfarin as it affects only factor X, instead of all clotting factors affected by warfarin, leading to decreased risk of bleeding from various body organs. However, each of the drugs has its own uses and is used taking into consideration the requirements of the disease and the patient
Q. Can I take ibuprofen with Apixaban?
No. Using Apixaban together with ibuprofen may increase the risk of bleeding, including severe and sometimes fatal haemorrhage
Q. Does Apixaban affect International normalized ration (INR)?
Apixaban affects INR variably, however, INR levels which indicate coagulability of blood cannot be used to monitor Apixaban treatment
Q. How long does Apixaban take to work?
Apixaban takes 1-2 hours to start acting, with peak effect seen at 3-4 hours of oral intake
Q. Does Apixaban have an antidote?
Apixaban does not have an antidote. Overdose may be corrected by surgical haemostasis or the transfusion of fresh frozen plasma
Q. Is Apixaban dialyzable?
No, Apixaban is not dialyzable.
Expert Advice
- Good medication for preventing blood clots.For best results, take Apixaban at the same time every day.Doesn't require regular blood tests (PT-INR).Interacts less with food or other medicines; hence doesn’t require frequent dose changes.Apixaban 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).Notify your doctor if you see blood in your vomit, urine or stool (black, tarry stools or bright red blood).Notify your doctor if you have any kidney problem.If you are going to have a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Apixaban temporarily.
Product Details
SKU: PC-50328
Product Description: Eliquis 5 mg Tablet is manufactured by Pfizer Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Eliquis 5 mg Tablet is manufactured by Pfizer Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
