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Composition :

RIVAROXABAN-15MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Abbott India Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTICOAGULANT/ANTITHROMBOTIC

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

16th Floor, Godrej BKC, Plot ? C, ?G? Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai ? 400 051, India.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Rivaxa 15 Tablet as it may increase the risk of bleeding.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Tell your doctor before using Rivaxa 15 Tablet because it may cause harmful effects. So, only use in that condition when a doctor is prescribed.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Rivaxa 15 Tablet may pass into breast milk. Therefore consult your doctor.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Rivaxa 15 Tablet usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Rivaxa 15 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Rivaxa 15 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Unsafe

Rivaxa 15 Tablet is not approved for children. Therefore Rivaxa 15 Tablet is not safe for children.

About Rivaxa 15 Tablet

Rivaxa 15 Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as anticoagulants or blood thinner. Rivaxa 15 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. Deep vein thrombosis is a medical condition in which blood clots form in deep veins usually in the legs. Pulmonary embolism is a condition in which a blood clot blocks the arteries in the lungs.

Rivaxa 15 Tablet contains Rivaroxaban, a blood thinner that 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.

Take Rivaxa 15 Tablet as prescribed. You are advised to take Rivaxa 15 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience bleeding, anemia (low number of red blood cells), and nausea. Most of these side effects of Rivaxa 15 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Rivaxa 15 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Rivaxa 15 Tablet . If you have a stomach ulcer, kidney or liver problems, high blood pressure, or bleeding problems, inform your doctor before taking Rivaxa 15 Tablet . Talk to your doctor immediately if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Rivaxa 15 Tablet

Prevention of blood clot

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Medicinal Benefits

Rivaxa 15 Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as anticoagulants or blood thinner. Rivaxa 15 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. Rivaxa 15 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.

Directions for Use

Take Rivaxa 15 Tablet with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Side Effects of Rivaxa 15 Tablet

  • Bleeding
  • Anaemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Nausea

Drug Warnings

Rivaxa 15 Tablet should be used with caution in children. Prolonged use of Rivaxa 15 Tablet may cause hair loss. Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Rivaxa 15 Tablet to check the time taken for your blood to clot and the level of platelets (blood cells). If you are known to be allergic to Rivaxa 15 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Rivaxa 15 Tablet . If you have a stomach ulcer, kidney or liver problems, high blood pressure, or bleeding problems, inform your doctor before taking Rivaxa 15 Tablet . Talk to your doctor immediately if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Rivaxa 15 Tablet:
Co-administration of flurbiprofen and Rivaxa 15 Tablet can increase the risk of bleeding problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of flurbiprofen and Rivaxa 15 Tablet can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness; lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache; and weakness contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Rivaxa 15 Tablet:
Co-administration of Phenobarbital and Rivaxa 15 Tablet may reduce the blood levels of Rivaxa 15 Tablet, which may increase the risk of bleeding problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Phenobarbital and Rivaxa 15 Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising, other signs of bleeding, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting blood, severe headache, and weakness, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Rivaxa 15 Tablet:
Co-administration of urokinase and Rivaxa 15 Tablet can increase the risk of bleeding problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of urokinase and Rivaxa 15 Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Rivaxa 15 Tablet:
Coadministration of Itraconazole and Rivaxa 15 Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of Rivaxa 15 Tablet. This can increase the risk of serious bleeding complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Itraconazole and Rivaxa 15 Tablet may interact, but if a doctor prescribes them, you can still use them. If you have dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that resembles coffee grounds, a severe headache, weakness, or any of these symptoms, consult a doctor. Never discontinue taking a medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Rivaxa 15 Tablet:
Co-administration of ruxolitinib and Rivaxa 15 Tablet can increase the risk or severity of bleeding problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of ruxolitinib and Rivaxa 15 Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Rivaxa 15 Tablet:
Co-administration of Rivaxa 15 Tablet together with Diclofenac may increase the risk of unsual bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Diclofenac and Rivaxa 15 Tablet can lead to an interaction; it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Rivaxa 15 Tablet:
The combined use of warfarin and Rivaxa 15 Tablet can increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of warfarin and Rivaxa 15 Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Rivaxa 15 Tablet:
Co-administration of enoxaparin and Rivaxa 15 Tablet can increase the risk of bleeding problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of enoxaparin and Rivaxa 15 Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood, severe headache, and weakness, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Rivaxa 15 Tablet:
Co-administration of Etodolac and Rivaxa 15 Tablet can increase the risk of bleeding problems, including severe hemorrhage.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Etodolac and Rivaxa 15 Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
RivaroxabanFosphenytoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rivaxa 15 Tablet:
Co-administration of Fosphenytoin and Rivaxa 15 Tablet can reduce the blood levels of Rivaxa 15 Tablet and increase the risk of bleeding problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Fosphenytoin and Rivaxa 15 Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising, other signs of bleeding, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting blood, severe headache, and weakness, you should contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • ENOXAPARIN
  • LOPINAVIR
  • RITONAVIR
  • ASPIRIN
  • IBUPROFEN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • FLUCONAZOLE
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • CLARITHROMYCIN

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

You should have regular platelet count, factor V assay, fibrinogen level test, prothrombin time test (PT or PT-INR) and the INR, or international normalized ratio to analyze your blood clotting time.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid making any changes in your diet without first talking to your doctor.
  • Cranberry juice, grapefruit juice, noni juice, and pomegranate juice may interact with Rivaxa 15 Tablet and lead to unwanted side effects. Hence try to avoid these juices while taking Rivaxa 15 Tablet .
  • Avoid drinking alcohol as it increases the risk of gastrointestinal ulcer/bleeding.

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