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Atrial Fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation is an irregular heartbeat that can lead to blood clots, stroke and heart failure. Treatment usually combines controlling the rhythm or rate with preventing clots.

Xarelto

Rivaroxaban

15mg

Rivaroxaban tablets for acute coronary syndrome and coronary artery disease. This anticoagulant reduces the risk of blood clots.

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Key points

  • The atria beat chaotically rather than in a coordinated rhythm, which allows blood to pool and form clots.
  • People with atrial fibrillation are more likely to have a stroke, which is why treatment includes clot prevention alongside rhythm or rate control.

Medicines listed for Atrial Fibrillation

The listed product contains Rivaroxaban, an anticoagulant in the blood-thinner class. Anticoagulants work by reducing the blood’s ability to form clots, addressing the clot-prevention component of atrial fibrillation treatment.

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