RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS is mainly used to prevent and treat blood clots in the legs (called deep vein thrombosis or DVT) and in the lungs (called pulmonary embolism or PE). Deep vein thrombosis is a medical condition in which blood clots form in deep veins, usually in the legs. Pulmonary embolism is a condition in which a blood clot blocks the arteries in the lungs.

RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS contains Rivaroxaban, a blood thinner that works by inhibiting the production of clotting factors by decreasing the action of vitamin K. This prevents the conversion of fibrinogen (soluble protein) to fibrin (insoluble protein), thereby preventing blood clots.

In some cases, RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS may cause some common side effects such as bleeding, anemia (low number of red blood cells), and nausea. Most of these side effects of RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects continuously.

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS or any other medicines. Consult your doctor before using RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have a stomach ulcer, kidney or liver problems, high blood pressure, or any bleeding disorders before starting RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS .

RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS is used to prevent and treat blood clots. The detailed uses of RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS are as follows:

• Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT): RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS is used to manage blood clots in the deep veins.
• Treatment of pulmonary embolism (PE): RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS treats clots in the lungs that may cause chest pain and breathing difficulties.
• Stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation: RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS reduces the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation.
• Prevention of DVT and PE recurrence: RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS reduces the chance of blood clot reformation following initial treatment.
• Post-surgical DVT prevention: RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS is used after knee or hip replacement surgery to prevent clot formation.
• Treatment of venous thromboembolism (VTE): RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS is effective in treating blood clots in veins that can spread to the lungs.
• Risk reduction in coronary artery disease (CAD): RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS lowers the chance of heart attacks and related complications.
• Risk reduction in peripheral artery disease (PAD):RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS reduces clotting risks in the limbs, particularly after procedures like revascularization.

• RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
• Swallow RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not chew, crush or break it.

• RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS belongs to a class of drugs known as anticoagulants or blood thinners. RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS is primarily used to prevent and treat deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in leg veins) and pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lung) by reducing blood clot formation.
• RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS works by inhibiting the production of clotting factors by decreasing the action of vitamin K. This prevents the conversion of fibrinogen (soluble protein) to fibrin (insoluble protein), thereby preventing blood clots.
• RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS helps to reduce the chance of serious complications, such as heart attack, stroke, or lung damage caused by blood clots.

• RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS should be used with caution in children. Prolonged use of RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS may cause hair loss. Regular blood tests are recommended while taking RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS to check the time taken for your blood to clot and the level of platelets (blood cells).
• If you are known to be allergic to RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Consult your doctor before using RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
• If you have a stomach ulcer, kidney or liver problems, high blood pressure, or bleeding problems, inform your doctor before taking RIVAZEST 10 TABLETS .
• Avoid alcohol and painkillers like ibuprofen unless your doctor says it's safe, as they can increase the risk of bleeding.