Description
Overview
INTRODUCTION OF XARELTO TABLET
Xarelto 15 mg Tablet is an oral anti-coagulant which helps prevent the formation of harmful blood clots. It prevents the formation of blood clots in the legs, lungs, brain, and heart. For best results, take it at the same time every day. It can increase the risk of bleeding, so be careful while shaving, cutting nails, using sharp objects, or engaging in contact sports (e.g. football, wrestling). Let your doctor know if you see blood in your vomits, urine, or stool (black or tarry). Unlike other anti-coagulants, regular blood test (PT-INR) is not required while taking this medicine.
USES OF XARELTO TABLET
- Deep vein thrombosis
- Pulmonary embolism
- Stroke prevention
XARELTO TABLET SIDE EFFECTS
Common
- Bleeding
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Nausea
HOW TO USE XARELTO TABLET
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Xarelto 15 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
HOW XARELTO TABLET WORKS
Xarelto 15 mg Tablet is a novel oral anticoagulant (NOAC). It works by preventing the formation of blood clots in the body.
XARELTO TABLET RELATED WARNINGS
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Xarelto 15 mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Xarelto 15 mg 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.
Lactation
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Xarelto 15 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Xarelto 15 mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Xarelto 15 mg Tablet may cause dizziness or fainting. This may affect your driving ability.
Xarelto 15 mg Tablet may cause dizziness or fainting. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
CAUTION
Xarelto 15 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Xarelto 15 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Xarelto 15 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Xarelto 15 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
Xarelto 15 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
WHAT IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF XARELTO TABLET?
If you miss a dose of Xarelto 15 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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