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Elixaban 2.5mg Tablet

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Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

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Apixaban (2.5mg)

Overview Elixaban 2.5mg Tablet

Apixaban 2.5mg tablets function as an anticoagulant, preventing and treating blood clots. This medication inhibits clot formation in leg, lung, brain, and heart veins, thereby lowering stroke and heart attack risk. Frequently prescribed for patients with atrial fibrillation to prevent thrombus formation, it also mitigates clotting risks post-elective hip or knee replacement. Administration is independent of meals, ideally at the same time daily. Long-term, even lifelong, use may be necessary; discontinuation or dosage alteration requires physician consultation to avoid increased stroke, heart attack, or thrombosis risk. Lifestyle modifications, such as diet improvement, exercise, smoking cessation, and weight management, further reduce clotting risk. Increased bleeding (e.g., nosebleeds, bruising) is the most frequent adverse effect; report any symptom immediately. Other potential side effects include hematoma, anemia, and nausea. Contraindicated in those with severe hepatic or renal impairment, active bleeding, or concurrent use of other anticoagulants. Breastfeeding is not recommended while using this medication. Unlike some anticoagulants, routine PT-INR monitoring isn't needed.

Primary Ingredients of Elixaban 2.5mg Tablet

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Uses of Elixaban 2.5mg Tablet

Preventing and managing blood clots

Major Benefits of Elixaban 2.5mg Tablet:

Administer this medication precisely as your physician directs, adhering to the prescribed dosage and timeframe. Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Elixaban 2.5mg Tablets can be consumed with or without food, though consistent timing is recommended.

Common Side effects of Elixaban 2.5mg Tablet:

  • Hemorrhage
  • Hematoma
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Bruise
  • Nausea

How to use Elixaban 2.5mg Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as your physician directs, adhering to both the prescribed dosage and treatment length. Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or breaking it. Elixaban 2.5mg tablets can be administered with or without food, although consistent timing is recommended.

How Elixaban 2.5mg Tablet works:

Xarelto 2.5mg, a new generation oral blood thinner, inhibits blood clot development.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholCAUTION

Using Elixaban 2.5mg Tablets with alcohol requires careful consideration. Seek medical advice before combining them.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Elixaban 2.5mg tablets during pregnancy may pose risks. While human data is scarce, animal research indicates potential harm to the fetus. A physician will assess the advantages against possible dangers prior to prescribing. Seek medical advice.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Elixaban 2.5mg tablets while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Available human data indicates potential transfer of the medication into breast milk, posing a possible risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingSAFE

Driving ability is typically unaffected by Elixaban 2.5mg tablets.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Patients with kidney impairment should use Elixaban 2.5mg tablets cautiously; dosage modification may be necessary. Physician consultation is advised.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Patients with severe hepatic impairment should use Elixaban 2.5mg tablets cautiously, as dosage modification may be necessary. Consultation with a physician is advised. Dosage changes for Elixaban 2.5mg tablets may not be required in patients with mild liver disease.

What if you forget to take Elixaban 2.5mg Tablet :

Should you forget a dose of your 2.5mg Elixaban tablet, take it immediately. Nevertheless, if your next dose is imminent, omit the missed dose and resume your usual dosing regimen. Avoid taking a double dose.

Facts to Know About Elixaban 2.5mg Tablet

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Chemical Type Piperidine Phenyl Derivatives
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Treatment Category KINSHIP

FAQs on Elixaban 2.5mg Tablet

To make swallowing easier, crush the tablet immediately before taking it and mix with water, 5% dextrose solution, apple juice, or applesauce.
Missed dose? Take one Elixaban 2.5mg tablet immediately, then resume your usual twice-daily schedule.
Elixaban 2.5mg tablets can cause bleeding (eyes, nose, stomach, etc.) and anemia, leading to fatigue or paleness. Low blood pressure, potentially causing fainting or rapid heartbeat, and nausea are also possible side effects. Elevated gamma glutamyltransferase (GGT) levels, possibly indicating liver issues, may be detected in blood tests.
Elixaban 2.5mg tablets help prevent stroke and blood clots in patients with atrial fibrillation, a condition causing irregular heartbeat and increased clot risk. They also lower the risk of blood clots in the legs and lungs following hip or knee replacement, and treat and prevent deep vein thrombosis (leg clots) and pulmonary embolism (lung clots).
Elixaban 2.5mg Tablets are a blood thinner and carry a risk of excessive bleeding. Never discontinue use without consulting your doctor. If you've had, or are planning, an epidural, spinal anesthesia, or spinal puncture, inform your doctor immediately, as this increases your risk of spinal blood clots, potentially leading to paralysis.
Your doctor will determine if you need to discontinue Elixaban 2.5mg Tablet, depending on your procedure's risk of bleeding. Stopping it 48 hours prior to surgery may be necessary for procedures with moderate to high bleeding risk.
Elixaban 2.5mg tablets are anticoagulants, or blood thinners. They work by inhibiting factor Xa, a crucial element in blood clot formation, thus preventing blood clots.
Taking more than the prescribed dose of Elixaban 2.5mg Tablets can lead to excessive bleeding (including bruising, bloody urine – red, brown, or pink – or dark, tarry stools), or vomiting/coughing up blood (possibly resembling coffee grounds). Seek immediate medical help or go to the nearest hospital emergency room.
Elixaban 2.5mg Tablet
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MRP 131
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