Apixator 5
Tablet is commonly used in patients with irregular heart rhythm (atrial
fibrillation) to prevent clot formation. It also reduces the risk of
getting clots in people who have undergone elective knee or hip
replacement surgeries. It can be taken with or without food and it is
best to take them at the same time each day. You may need to take this
medicine for many years, even for life in some cases.
Do not stop
taking it or change the dose without guidance from your doctor. It
could quickly put you more at risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or
thrombosis (formation of a blood clot within a blood vessel). You can
reduce your risk of having a blood clot by making changes to your
lifestyle, such as not smoking, eating a healthy diet, getting regular
exercise, and losing weight if you need to.
The most common side
effect of Apixator 5 Tablet is bleeding more easily than normal, for
example, having nosebleeds or bruising. If you experience any symptoms,
tell your doctor immediately. Other side effects include hematoma,
anemia, and nausea.
Do not take this medicine if you have severe
kidney or liver problems, if you are currently bleeding, or if you are
taking other medicines to reduce blood clotting. You should not
breastfeed while using this medicine. Unlike other anticoagulants, a
regular blood test (PT-INR) is not required while taking this medicine.