Eliquis (Apixaban)

Please read the instructions before using Eliquis tablets.

• Take Eliquis exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Take this drug twice every day with or without food. 
• Do not change your dose or stop taking this drug unless your doctor tells you to.
• If you miss a dose of Eliquis, take it as soon as you remember. Do not take more than one dose of Eliquis at the same time to make up for a missed dose.
• If you have difficulty swallowing the tablet whole, talk to your doctor about other ways to take Eliquis. 
• Your doctor will decide how long you should take this drug. Do not stop taking it without first talking with your doctor. If you are taking Eliquis for atrial fibrillation, stopping Eliquis may increase your risk of having a stroke.
• Do not run out of Eliquis. Refill your prescription before you run out.
• When leaving the hospital following hip or knee replacement, be sure that you will have Eliquis available to avoid missing any doses.
• If you take too much of this drug, call your doctor or go to the nearest hospital
• emergency room right away.
• Call your doctor or healthcare provider right away if you fall or injure yourself, especially if you hit your head. Your doctor or healthcare provider may need to check you.

How should I store Eliquis?

Store this Eliquis at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C). Keep this drug and all medicines out of the reach of children.

Common Side Effects:

• Nosebleeds
• Light bruising
• Bleeding from the gums

Inform your healthcare provider if you experience signs of minor bleeding or notice blood in your urine or stool.

Serious Side Effects: 

• Bleeding
• Spinal blood clots with spinal procedures
• Increased risk of blood clots if treatment is stopped early
• Severe allergic reactions

Contact your healthcare provider if you develop serious side effects while taking Eliquis.

A reaction to Eliquis can cause hives, rash, itching, and possibly trouble breathing. If you experience sudden chest pain or tightness, swelling of the face or tongue, trouble breathing, wheezing, or feeling dizzy or faint, seek medical help immediately.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible side effects. If you notice any effects not listed above, contact your healthcare provider for medical advice. 

Premature discontinuation of Eliquis increases the risk of thrombotic events. If Eliquis is discontinued for a reason other than pathological bleeding or completion of a course of therapy, consider coverage with another anticoagulant.

Eliquis increases the risk of bleeding and can cause serious, potentially fatal, bleeding. Concomitant use of drugs affecting hemostasis, such as aspirin, other antiplatelet agents, other anticoagulants, heparin, thrombolytic agents, SSRIs, SNRIs, and NSAIDs, can further increase the risk of bleeding.

There is a risk of spinal/epidural hematoma associated with the use of Eliquis, particularly in the context of neuraxial intervention. It is recommended to consider the benefits and risks before neuraxial intervention in patients anticoagulated or to be anticoagulated.

Eliquis should be discontinued at least 48 hours prior to elective surgery or invasive procedures with a moderate or high risk of unacceptable or clinically significant bleeding. For surgeries with a low risk of bleeding, it should be discontinued at least 24 hours prior to the procedure.

This is not an exhaustive list of warnings and precautions for Eliquis. For comprehensive information, consult the prescribing information and discuss any concerns with your healthcare provider.

 

Generic name:	Apixaban, Apixaban
Formulation:	Film CoatedTablet, Film Coated Tablet
Strength(s):	2.5mg, 5mg
Quantities Available:	56, 112, 168, 180