Rivaxo tablet 20 mg

About Rivaxo tablet 20 mg

Rivaxo Tablet Uses

• Prevents stroke and blood clots in people with non valvular atrial fibrillation
• Treats deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
• Treats pulmonary embolism (PE)
• Lowers the chance of DVT and PE returning after initial treatment

Rivaxo Tablet Benefits

• Once daily dosing is simpler than older blood thinners taken twice a day
• No routine blood tests needed unlike warfarin
• Predictable effect lowers the risk of dangerous swings in clotting
• Stable oral tablet suited for long-term therapy

Doctors across Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi prescribe Rivaxo tablet 20 mg for patients with irregular heartbeat or clotting disorders. It lowers the risk of stroke and clot related complications when taken exactly as directed.

Rivaroxaban works by blocking a clotting protein called factor Xa. This slows the body's ability to form dangerous clots inside blood vessels while still allowing normal healing after minor injuries.

Patients on Rivaxo tablet 20 mg should take it with food for better absorption and never stop the medicine without medical advice. Sudden discontinuation raises the risk of stroke and clotting events.

Drug Class

• Direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC)
• Factor Xa inhibitor
• Antithrombotic agent

Rivaxo tablet 20 mg formula

• Rivaroxaban

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Rivaxo tablet 20 mg?

• Take Rivaxo tablet 20 mg once daily with the evening meal for best absorption
• Swallow the tablet whole with water, do not crush or split it
• Take the dose at the same time every day to maintain steady blood levels
• Do not skip or double a dose to make up for a missed one
• Tell your doctor before any surgery or dental procedure

Drug Interactions

• Ketoconazole and similar strong CYP3A4/P-gp inhibitors: These raise rivaroxaban blood levels and increase bleeding risk.
• Rifampicin and other strong enzyme inducers: These reduce rivaroxaban effectiveness and raise clot risk.
• NSAIDs and aspirin: Combined use significantly increases the chance of bleeding.
• Other anticoagulants: Taking Rivaxo with heparin or warfarin sharply raises bleeding risk.

Risks and warnings

• Bleeding risk: Rivaxo can cause serious or life threatening bleeding, including in the brain or stomach.
• Spinal or epidural procedures: Patients receiving spinal anesthesia or a lumbar puncture face a risk of spinal blood clots that can cause paralysis.
• Kidney or liver impairment: Reduced organ function can raise rivaroxaban levels in the blood and increase bleeding risk.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Rivaxo is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
• Do not stop abruptly: Stopping this medicine suddenly raises the risk of stroke or blood clots.

Side Effects

• Easy bruising
• Nosebleeds
• Bleeding gums
• Back pain
• Stomach upset
• Unusual tiredness
• Blood in urine or stool (seek immediate care)

Storage Conditions

Store Rivaxo tablet 20 mg at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the tablets in their original blister pack until use. Keep out of reach of children.