Xarelto 15mg Strip Of 28 Tablets
Xarelto 15 MG Description
Xarelto 15mg tablet is used to prevent blood clots in blood vessels of the brain (stroke) and other parts of the body in a patient with non-valvular atrial fibrillation, in which heart rhythm is irre
gular. It is used to treat or prevent blood clots in the veins of the legs (deep vein thrombosis) or the prevention of blood clots in blood vessels of the lungs (pulmonary embolism). This medicine is also used in the prevention of venous blood clots in patients requiring hip or knee replacement surgery. Xarelto 15mg tablet contains rivaroxaban, which is an anticoagulant medicine (medicines that help prevent blood clots). It works by reducing the tendency to form blood clots by blocking a blood clotting factor (factor XA). Xarelto 15mg tablet should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting this medicine.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹1863.20 |
You Save | ₹328.80 (15% on MRP) |
Contains | Rivaroxaban(15.0 Mg) |
Uses | Treatment and prevention of Blood clots |
Side effects | Bleeding, dizziness, headache, nausea |
Therapy | ANTI-COAGULANT |
Uses of Xarelto 15 MG
- Xarelto 15mg tablet is used for the treatment and prevention of blood clot formation in blood vessels and other parts of the body (deep vein thrombosis).
- It is also used to treat or prevent blood clot formation in blood vessels of the lungs (pulmonary embolism) and for the prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in a patient with non-valvular arterial fibrillation (irregular heart rate)....
Contraindications of Xarelto 15 MG
- If you are allergic to rivaroxaban or any of the other ingredients of Xarelto 15mg tablet.
- If you have liver disease.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- If you have any bleeding disorder.
- If you have a stomach ulcer, brain injury, bleeding in the brain.
- If you have undergone brain or eye surgery recently.
- If you are taking other medicines, e.g. warfarin, dabigatran, apixaban or heparin to prevent blood clots except in some conditions.
Side effects of Xarelto 15 MG
- Long or excessive bleeding
- Headache
- Pain in stomach
- Nausea or vomiting
- Loose motions or constipation
- Dizziness or fainting
- Indigestion
- Swelling or pain in limbs
- Skin rash or itching of the skin
Precautions and Warnings of Xarelto 15 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have severe kidney disease or lung disease.
- You have very high blood pressure, which is not in control.
- You have stomach or bowel problems.
- You have a bleeding tendency or increased risk for blood clots.
- You have a problem with the retina of the eye.
- You had undergone artificial heart valve replacement.
Mode of Action of Xarelto 15 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Xarelto 15 MG
- Take the Xarelto 15mg tablet with food as prescribed by your doctor.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results. Do not consume it more than the quantity prescribed by your doctor.
- Follow your doctor's instructions. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own.
Interactions of Xarelto 15 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Taking the Xarelto 15mg tablet with other medicines such as fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, clarithromycin, erythromycin, ritonavir, enoxaparin, clopidogrel, warfarin, naproxen, acetylsalicylic acid can increase the effect of Xarelto 15mg tablet....
- Taking the Xarelto 15mg tablet with other medicines such as phenytoin, carbamazepine, herbal medicines such as John's wort, rifampicin can decrease the effect of Xarelto 15mg tablet.
- Discuss with your doctor if you are taking any other medicines, supplements or herbal preparations before taking the Xarelto tablet.
Storage and disposal of Xarelto 15 MG
- Store the Xarelto tablet at room temperature in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Xarelto 15 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: For what purpose is the Xarelto 15mg tablet used?
- Xarelto 15mg tablet is used for the treatment and prevention of blood clot formation in blood vessels and other parts of the body (deep vein thrombosis). It is also used to treat or prevent blood clot formation in blood vessels of the lungs (pulmonary embolism) and for the prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in a patient with non-valvular arterial fibrillation (irregular heart rate)....
Q: How does the Xarelto 15mg tablet work?
Q: Which is the better medicine, Xarelto or Eliquis?
References
- Xarelto 15mg film-coated tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 27 September 2021]
- Xarelto 15mg film-coated tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 27 September 2021]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 27 September 2021]
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