Apixaban
Category: Blood Thinner (Anticoagulant)Apixaban Overview
Apixaban, sold under the tradename Eliquis, is an anticoagulant for the treatment of venous thromboembolic events and the prevention of strokes in people who have atrial fibrillation. It is taken by mouth. It is a direct factor Xa inhibitor. Apixaban was approved in Europe in 2012.[1] It was approved in the U.S. in 2014 for treatment and secondary prophylaxis of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE).[2] It was developed in a joint venture by Pf...
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apixaban rash
After two years on apixaban I have developed an itchy rash. It's subsurface and is most intense around my waist. My doctor wants me to change to xarelto. I am delaying starting another blood thinner until the rash subsides. Can anyone share their experience with these symptoms and their solution ? Thanks. ## While this medication is listed by the FDA as causing a rash as a side effect, or as a possible allergic reaction, it is odd that it would appear after 2 years of taking it, though we are all different, and I am not a doctor. How long have you been off of it, now? There is a chance of your experiencing rebound effects, such as blood clots, if you stop it abruptly, without switching to a different medication, according to NIH warnings, so it is best to be careful and follow your ...
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After two years on apixaban I have developed an itchy rash. It's subsurface and is most intense around my waist. My doctor wants me to change to xarelto. I am delaying starting another blood thinner until the rash subsides. Can anyone share their experience with these symptoms and their solution ? Thanks. ## While this medication is listed by the FDA as causing a rash as a side effect, or as a possible allergic reaction, it is odd that it would appear after 2 years of taking it, though we are all different, and I am not a doctor. How long have you been off of it, now? There is a chance of your experiencing rebound effects, such as blood clots, if you stop it abruptly, without switching to a different medication, according to NIH warnings, so it is best to be careful and follow your ...
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Possible Dosages for this and Related Drugs:
Apixaban
- Tablet: 2.5mg, 5mg
NDC Database Records for Apixaban: (1 result)
Sorted by National Drug Code- 0003-3764 Eliquis Kit by E.r. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
Other drugs which contain Apixaban or a similar ingredient: (1 result)
- ELIQUIS Apixaban145 discussions
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apixaban rash
After two years on apixaban I have developed an itchy rash. It's subsurface and is most intense around my waist. My ... 3 replies
After two years on apixaban I have developed an itchy rash. It's subsurface and is most intense around my waist. My ... 3 replies
donating blood after stopping apixaban
I want to start donating blood again but know that is not possible if I am on Apixaban. How long do I have to wait after...
I want to start donating blood again but know that is not possible if I am on Apixaban. How long do I have to wait after...