Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as anticoagulants or blood thinner. Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet is primarily used to prevent and treat deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in leg veins) and pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lung) by reducing blood clot formation. Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet works by inhibiting the production of clotting factors by decreasing the action of vitamin K. This prevents the conversion of fibrinogen (soluble protein) to fibrin (insoluble protein), thereby preventing blood clots formation.

FAQs

Can I stop taking Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet on my own?

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet without consulting your doctor to worsen the condition. Therefore, take Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.

Does Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet cause weight gain?

No, Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet is not expected to cause weight gain. If you notice unexpected weight gain and think it is because of this Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet , immediately consult your doctor and inform him about it.

Is this Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet dangerous?

Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet has many beneficial effects, but it has the ability to make you bleed more than normal. Even with minor injuries as it decreases your ability to blood clotting. Sometimes Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet may cause severe bleeding that may be dangerous and may require urgent medical care. This risk may be increased in people taking Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet along with other blood thinner medicines.

What foods are to be avoided while taking Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet ?

Avoid taking grapefruit and grapefruit juice while taking Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet , and it contains compounds that slow down the metabolism of Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet and increase the activity leading to bleeding.

Does Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet cause hair loss?

It is not known that Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet causes hair loss. Kindly contact your doctor.

How does Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet work?

Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet is a type of medicine known as an anticoagulant. Ifaxa 2.5 Tablet works by stopping a clotting factor called factor Xa from working. This thins your blood, so it takes longer to clot.