XARELTO 15MG TAB

Overview

XARELTO 15MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

XARELTO 15MG TAB is composed of: RIVAROXABAN (15.0 MG)

Rivaroxaban blocks the activity of certain clotting substances in the blood. Rivaroxaban is used to prevent or treat a type of blood clot called deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which can lead to blood clots in the lungs (pulmonary embolism). A DVT can occur after certain types of surgery.
Rivaroxaban is sometimes used to lower your risk of a DVT or PE coming back after you have received treatment for blood clots for at least 6 months. Rivaroxaban is also used in people with atrial fibrillation (a heart rhythm disorder) to lower the risk of stroke caused by a blood clot.

Usage

RIVAROXABAN is generally used to treat: Deep Vein Thrombosis, Pulmonary Embolism, Atrial Fibrillation

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions


 Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney problems and are taking amiodarone, azithromycin, diltiazem, dronedarone, erythromycin, felodipine, quinidine, ranolazine, or verapamil, bleeding problems, kidney or liver problems, any allergy, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Monitor kidney function, hemoglobin, hematocrit, and blood pressure regularly while taking this medication.

Common Side-Effects

RIVAROXABAN : Easy Bruising

Serious Side-Effects

RIVAROXABAN : Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Head Headache, Dizziness, Fainting, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Difficulty Swallowing, Confusion, Slurred Speech, Sudden Numbness Or Weakness On One Side Of Body

Rare Side-Effects

RIVAROXABAN : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

RIVAROXABAN can interfere with: Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure, Hypotension

Technical Classification

RIVAROXABAN is categorized as: FACTOR XA INHIBITORS / ANTICOAGULANTS / COAGULATION MODIFIERS

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

IXAROLA 15MG TABINR 4060 for 28 TABLETSRIVAROXABAN 15.0 MG
IXAROLA 20MG TABINR 4060 for 28 TABLETSRIVAROXABAN 20 MG
RIVAROXABANRIVAROXABAN
XARELTO 10MG TABINR 1015 for 7 TABLETSRIVAROXABAN 10 MG
XARELTO 15MG TABINR 4060 for 28 TABLETSRIVAROXABAN 15.0 MG
XARELTO 20MG TABINR 4060 for 28 TABLETSRIVAROXABAN 20.0 MG