Eliquis (Apixaban) Tablets

Eliquis (Apixaban) Tablets 

Eliquis Tablets are available in two strengths: 2.5mg and 5mg.

What are Eliquis (Apixaban) Tablets?

Eliquis (Apixaban) is a medicine known as an anticoagulant. It can be used to prevent or treat deep vein thrombosis and it is also used to prevent stroke and blood clots in patients with certain heart rhythm problems.

How does Apixaban work as a treatment for Cardiovascular diseases?
 

Apixaban works by decreasing the clotting ability of the blood and helps prevent harmful clots from forming in the blood vessels. It also makes  the blood flow through your veins a lot easier.

What are Cardiovascular Diseases?
 

Cardiovascular disease includes numerous problems that effect the heart and blood vessels. A person with cardiovascular disease may be symptomatic or be asymptomatic. 

List of most common Cardiovascular diseases:

• Arrhythmia

• Valve disease

• Coronary artery disease

• Heart failure

• Peripheral artery disease

• Aortic disease

• Congenital heart disease

• Pericardial disease

• Cerebrovascular disease.

• Deep vein thrombosis

Problems included in cardiovascular diseases are:

• Abnormal heart rhythms.

• Heart valve disease.

• Narrowing of the blood vessels in your heart, other organs or throughout your body with plaque.

• Heart squeezing (tightening) and relaxation difficulties.

• Heart and blood vessel problems from birth.

• Problems with your heart’s outer lining.

Emergency supplys of Eliquis:

Eliquis is a prescription only medicine and an Emergency Supply can only be issued if you are currently being prescribed this medication by your GP for Cardiovascular diseases.  You will need to fill out a questionnaire, which is then reviewed to make sure Eliquis is a suitable treatment for you. You will also need to upload proof that you have used this item before. If your order is approved, your Eliquis can be sent directly to you.

Warnings and Precautions

Always take this medication exactly as directed by your GP.

Keep out of sight and Reach of children.

If you are taking any new medications even over the counter medicines whilst taking Eliquis you should make your GP aware to prevent interactions.

Ingredients:
 

Active ingredients: Apixaban

How do I take Eliquis (Apixaban) Tablets?
 

Apixaban must be used exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. If you are unsure contact your GP.

Recommended starting dose is usually:

ONE tablet TWICE a day

Duration of treatment depends on what these are used for and is advised by your GP.

Your GP may adjust your dose as needed.

• You can take this medicine before or after meals.

• It should be taken at the same time each day, with a glass of water.

What are the side effects of Eliquis (Apixaban) Tablets?

Prevention of blood clots in the heart in patients with an irregular heartbeat and at least one additional risk factor.

Common side effects:

Bleeding that includes:

• In the eyes

• in the stomach or intestine

• rectum

• blood in the urine

• of the nose

• gums

• bruising and swelling

• Anemia,  tiredness or paleness

• Low blood pressure that may cause fainting or a faster heartbeat

• Nausea

• Blood tests can show:

• an increase in gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT)

Uncommon side effects:

Bleeding:

• in the brain or spinal column

• in the mouth or coughing up blood

• in the abdomen, or vagina

• bright/red blood in the stool

• bleeding after your operation including bruising and swelling, discharge of blood or fluid from the wound / surgical incision, or injection site

• hemorrhoidal

• tests showing blood in the stool or urine

• Decreased number of platelets in the blood (which can affect clotting)

• Blood tests can show:

• abnormal liver function

• increased liver enzymes

• increased bilirubin, a product derived from red blood cells, that can cause yellowing of the skin and eyes.

• Acne

• Itchiness

• Hair loss

NOTE: Allergic reactions (hypersensitivity) that can produce swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, and/or throat and difficulty breathing. Speak to your GP immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.

Rare side effects:

Bleeding:

• in the lungs or throat

• within the space behind the abdominal cavity

• in a muscle

To treat or prevent blood clots from reoccurring in the veins of the legs and in the blood vessels of the lungs.

Common side effects:

Bleeding that includes:

• of the nose

• gums

• blood in the urine

• bruising and swelling

• stomach, intestine or rectum

• in the mouth

• vaginal

• Anemia, which can cause tiredness or paleness

• Decreased number of platelets in the blood (which can affect clotting)

• Nausea (feeling sick)

• Acne

• Blood tests can show:- an increase in gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT) or alanine aminotransferase (GPT)

Uncommon side effects:

• Low blood pressure that may cause fainting or a faster heartbeat

Bleeding:

• In the eyes

• in the mouth or coughing up blood

• bright/red blood in the stool

• tests showing blood in the stool or urine

• bleeding after an operation including bruising and swelling, discharge of blood or fluid from the wound / surgical incision (suppuration), or injection site

• hemorrhoidal

• in a muscle

• Itchiness

• Hair loss

NOTE: Allergic reactions (hypersensitivity) that can produce swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue and/or throat and difficulty breathing. Tell your GP immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.

Blood tests can show:

• abnormal liver function

• increased liver enzymes

• increased bilirubin, a product derived from red blood cells, that can cause yellowing of the skin and eyes.

Rare side effects:

Bleeding:

• in the brain or spinal column

• in lungs

Any concerns or queries regarding any side effects this medicine has caused or could cause you can call your GP or our pharmacist.

If you have any severe side effects seek medical assitance as soon as possible.