Eliquis

Apixaban tablets for preventing blood clots and stroke. Unlike warfarin, they do not need routine blood monitoring.

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Eliquis is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.

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Eliquis details

Conditions: Deep Vein Thrombosis · Stroke Prevention
Alternative names: apixaban
Therapeutic class: Direct Factor Xa Inhibitor
Pharmacological class: Anticoagulant
Contraindications: active pathological bleeding; severe hepatic impairment
Minor side effects: easy bruising; minor nosebleeds
Moderate side effects: rash; prolonged bleeding time; anaemia
Serious side effects: severe intracranial haemorrhage, requires immediate medical attention
Dosage forms: Tablet
Administration route: Oral use
Supply category: Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator: Bristol-Myers Squibb
Onset Time: 3–4 hours
Duration: 12–24 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions: Aspirin; NSAIDs; Ketoconazole
Age restrictions: Approved for adults.

Patient summary

Apixaban tablets for preventing blood clots and stroke. Unlike warfarin, they do not need routine blood monitoring.

Mechanism of action

Selectively and reversibly blocks the active site of factor Xa, preventing thrombin generation and subsequent fibrin clot creation.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Use only if therapeutic benefit exceeds fetal risk. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.

Eliquis names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.

A generic containing Apixaban at the strength you pick.
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