What is Savaysa: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated Jan. 25, 2023  •  Published Jan. 25, 2023

Savaysa overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Savaysa

Generic Names:

  • Savaysa

Uses:

  • Prevents and treats blood clots, and lowers risk of stroke. This medicine is a blood thinner.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Anticoagulant

Forms:

  • Tablet

How it’s taken:

  • By mouth

What form(s) does Savaysa come in

  • Tablet

What are common Savaysa doses?

  • Tablet 15mg

  • Tablet 30mg

  • Tablet 60mg

Common Savaysa prescriptions

  • Savaysa
    15mg tablet

  • Savaysa
    30mg tablet

  • Savaysa
    60mg tablet

How to take Savaysa

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • If you have trouble swallowing the tablet whole, you may crush and mix it with 2 to 3 ounces of water and give it by mouth or through a gastric tube. The crushed tablets may also be mixed with soft foods (including applesauce).

  • 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.

Savaysa contraindications

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to edoxaban, or if you have active bleeding.

Savaysa warnings

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, bleeding problems, spine problems, or a history of back surgery, heart valve disease, or an artificial heart valve.

  • This medicine may cause the following problems:Increased risk for bleedingIncreased risk for blood clots in your spine or back after a spinal procedure

  • Do not suddenly stop using this medicine without asking your doctor first. You risk of stroke is higher if you stop using this medicine suddenly.

  • Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.

  • 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.

  • Sudden or severe headache, confusion, nausea

Savaysa interactions

  • Some medicines can affect how edoxaban works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:RifampinAnother blood thinner (including clopidogrel, heparin, prasugrel, warfarin)NSAID pain or arthritis medicine (including aspirin, celecoxib, diclofenac, ibuprofen, naproxen)Medicine to treat depression (including citalopram, desvenlafaxine, duloxetine, escitalopram, fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline, venlafaxine)

  • This medicine increases your risk for bleeding and it may take longer than usual for bleeding to stop. This can be life-threatening. You may also bruise more easily. Take precautions to avoid injury, and be careful using sharp objects, such as razors.

  • This medicine may increase the risk for blood clots in your spine or back if you have an epidural or spinal puncture. This could lead to paralysis.

  • Do not stop using this medicine suddenly without asking your doctor. You risk of stroke is higher if you stop using this medicine suddenly.

  • Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have surgery or medical tests. Your doctor will tell you how to do this safely.

  • 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.

Savaysa side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Coughing up blood, vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grounds

  • Back pain, numbness, tingling, or muscle weakness in your legs or feet, loss of bladder or bowel control

  • Bleeding that does not stop, 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

  • Sudden or severe headache, confusion, nausea

  • Bleeding from your gums or nose, heavy menstrual bleeding

  • Pink or red urine, red or black stools