Product Description:

Rivaroxaban is a direct factor Xa inhibitor, an anticoagulant medication (blood thinner). It is used to:

• Prevent blood clots: It reduces the risk of blood clots forming in the veins (deep vein thrombosis or DVT) and lungs (pulmonary embolism or PE).


• Reduce the risk of stroke and systemic embolism: In people with non-valvular atrial fibrillation.


• Prevent blood clots after hip or knee replacement surgery.


• Treat DVT and PE.

Dosage Forms and Strengths:

• Rivaroxaban SPC 10 mg (10 tablets)


• Rivaroxaban SPC 15 mg (42 tablets)


• Rivaroxaban SPC 20 mg (28 tablets)

The dosage and duration of treatment depend on the specific condition being treated.

How to Use:

• Take rivaroxaban exactly as prescribed by your doctor.


• The 10mg dose can be taken with or without food.


• The 15mg and 20mg doses should be taken with food.


• Swallow the tablets whole; do not crush or chew them.


• It is important to take the medication at the same time each day.


• Do not stop taking the medication without consulting your doctor, as this can increase the risk of blood clots.

Warnings and Precautions:

• Bleeding risk: Rivaroxaban increases the risk of bleeding. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any signs of bleeding, such as unusual bruising, prolonged bleeding from cuts, or blood in your urine or stool.


• Kidney problems: Dosage adjustments may be necessary for people with kidney disease.


• Liver problems: Rivaroxaban is not recommended for people with severe liver disease.


• Spinal or epidural anesthesia: If you are undergoing spinal or epidural anesthesia, rivaroxaban can increase the risk of a spinal or epidural hematoma (blood clot), which can cause paralysis. Inform your doctor and anesthesiologist that you are taking rivaroxaban.


• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Rivaroxaban is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.


• Drug interactions: Inform your doctor about all other medications you are taking, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements, as rivaroxaban can interact with many medications.


• Mechanical heart valves: Rivaroxaban is not recommended for patients with mechanical heart valves.


• Active pathological bleeding: Do not take this medication if you are currently experiencing active bleeding.

Ingredients:

• The active ingredient is rivaroxaban.