Eliquis, Eliquis 30 Day DVT/PE Starter Pack
Eliquis Dvt/Pe Starter Pack
Treats and prevents blood clots. This medicine is a blood thinner.
Anticoagulant
Tablet
By mouth
Eliquis is a medication that prevents blood clots caused by irregular heart rhythms or after surgical hip/knee replacement. This drug works by blocking proteins that cause your blood to clot. Eliquis belongs to a group of drugs called anticoagulants. Eliquis is a brand version of the drug apixaban. This drug was approved by the US FDA in 2014. In the prevention of blood clots, Eliquis use is common.
Tablet
Box 74 Tablets Therapy Pack
Eliquis DVT/PE Starter Pack
74 tablets therapy pack box
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
If you are not able to swallow the tablets whole, they may be crushed and mixed in water, 5% dextrose in water (D5W), apple juice, or applesauce. The crushed tablets may be mixed with 60 mL of water or D5W dose and given through a nasogastric tube (NGT).
This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.
If you are not able to swallow the tablets whole, they may be crushed and mixed in water, 5% dextrose in water (D5W), apple juice, or applesauce. The crushed tablets may be mixed with 60 mL of water or D5W dose and given through a nasogastric tube (NGT).
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to apixaban or you have active bleeding.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, bleeding problems, antiphospholipid syndrome, or an artificial heart valve.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly without asking your doctor. You might have a higher risk of stroke for a short time after you stop using this medicine.
This medicine increases your risk for bleeding that can become serious if not controlled. You may also bruise easily, and it may take longer than usual for bleeding to stop.
This medicine may increase your risk for a hematoma (blood clot) in your spine or back if you undergo an epidural or spinal puncture. This could lead to paralysis. Tell your doctor if you ever had spine problems or back surgery.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. With your doctor's supervision, you may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have surgery or medical tests.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. With your doctor's supervision, you may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have surgery or medical tests.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly without asking your doctor. You might have a higher risk of stroke for a short time after you stop using this medicine.
Some medicines can affect how apixaban works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following: Carbamazepine, itraconazole, ketoconazole, phenytoin, rifampin, ritonavir, St John's wortBlood thinner (including clopidogrel, heparin, prasugrel, warfarin)Medicine to treat depressionNSAID pain or arthritis medicine (including aspirin, celecoxib, diclofenac, ibuprofen, naproxen)
This medicine may increase your risk for blood clots in your spine or back if you undergo an epidural or spinal puncture. This could lead to paralysis. Tell your doctor if you ever had spine problems or back surgery.
This medicine increases your risk for bleeding that can become serious if not controlled. You may also bruise easily, and it may take longer than usual for bleeding to stop.
Serious Side Effects
Red or black, tarry stools
Numbness, tingling, or muscle weakness in your legs or feet
Change in how much or how often you urinate, red or pink urine
Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Coughing up blood, vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grounds
Chest pain, trouble breathing
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