Eliquis (generic name Apixaban) is commonly used in venous thromboembolic drug therapy as an anticoagulant system and is used systemically or to help reduce blood clotting in the treatment or prevention of emboli. Learn more about Eliquis and treatment conditions. Eliquis is approved for use in the following treatments:
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- Deep and thrombosis
- Pulmonary embolism
- Stroke and blood clots
- Recurrence of PE of DVT
Operation
Anticoagulants slow down your blood clotting. This prevents thrombosis. The drug Apixaban quickly achieves the desired effect and also quickly leaves the body.
- In case of an increased risk of blood clots with an irregular heartbeat
- In case of a blocked blood vessel caused by a blood clot, for example pulmonary embolism, thrombosis.
Important information
When prescribing, your doctor takes into account:
- Have you had a brain hemorrhage in the past?
- Is your liver function impaired?
- Has your kidney function been checked?
- Are you familiar with diseases where bleeding has occurred before?
This drug can increase bleeding. The drug does not cause the bleeding, but it can contribute to the bleeding being worse than normal.
Instructions for use
Take the tablet in the morning and evening at fixed times with half a glass of water. If you have trouble swallowing, you may crush the tablet in cold water or some applesauce. Take it immediately.
Dosage
- With irregular heartbeat: 2 times a day 1 tablet
- With a blood clot: first 7 days 2 times a day 2 tablets, then 2 times a day 1 tablet. Your treating doctor will discuss with you how long and how often you should use tablets.
Forgot dosage
Take a forgotten dose anyway and take the next dose 12 hours later. The effect of the medicine starts within 3 hours.
Most common side effects and actions
- When bumping or falling, the chance of bruises is greater. Is the bruise larger than 10 centimeters? Then consult with the doctor of the Thrombosis Service or with your treating doctor.
- Wounds bleed a bit longer or a nosebleed can be worse. Press the wound well. If the bleeding does not stop, consult with the Thrombosis Service. If a nosebleed lasts longer than 10 minutes or occurs more often, consult with the Thrombosis Service or with your treating doctor.
- If there is blood in the urine or stool or black stool, consult your GP immediately! Discuss this medication with your treating doctor or the Thrombosis Service.
- In case of fatigue, shortness of breath, palpitations that worsen in the short term, contact your GP or the Thrombosis Service. There may then be anemia.
Do you have side effects from this medication? Report this to your pharmacist.
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