Xapilis 5 Tablet 10's
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APIXABAN-5MG
Manufacturer/Marketer :
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About Xapilis 5 Tablet
Xapilis 5 Tablet is used to prevent and treat deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in leg veins) and pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lung). Deep vein thrombosis is a 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.
Xapilis 5 Tablet contains Apixaban, which works by inhibiting the action of blood clotting factor (Xa), which is an important element of blood clotting.
Not everyone who is taking Xapilis 5 Tablet will get these side effects. Some people may experience nausea, anaemia, unusual bleeding, swelling and bruising. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.
If you are known to be allergic to Xapilis 5 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have a stomach ulcer, recent bleeding in the brain, kidney or liver problems, high blood pressure, or bleeding issues. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, you are advised to consult a doctor before taking Xapilis 5 Tablet .
Uses of Xapilis 5 Tablet
Xapilis 5 Tablet used to reduce the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation. The detailed uses of Xapilis 5 Tablet are as follows:
- Prevention of Stroke and Systemic Embolism: Xapilis 5 Tablet reduces the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation.
- Treatment of DVT and PE: Xapilis 5 Tablet treats and prevents deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE).
- Prevention of DVT and PE after Surgery: Xapilis 5 Tablet also prevents DVT and PE in patients who have undergone hip or knee replacement surgery.
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Directions for Use
- Take Xapilis 5 Tablet with or without food or as advised by a doctor.
- Recommended to take the medicine twice a day or as advised by your doctor.
- Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not break or chew it.
- If you have difficulty swallowing the Xapilis 5 Tablet , you can crush them and mix the powder with water, apple juice, or applesauce. Be sure to consume the mixture immediately after preparation.
Medicinal Benefits
- Xapilis 5 Tablet is primarily used to prevent and treat blood clots in the body by inhibiting the action of the clotting factor Xa, which is a crucial element in blood clotting.
- Xapilis 5 Tablet is used to prevent blood clots in patients with atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat).
- Xapilis 5 Tablet prevents the conversion of fibrinogen (soluble protein) to fibrin (insoluble protein) and helps in preventing blood clot formation.
How Xapilis 5 Tablet Works
Xapilis 5 Tablet contains Apixaban, which works by inhibiting the action of blood clotting factor (X a), which is an important element of blood clotting. Thereby, it prevents the conversion of fibrinogen (soluble protein) to fibrin (insoluble protein) and helps in preventing blood clot formation.
Storage
• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Xapilis 5 Tablet
Managing Low Blood Pressure Triggered by Medication: Expert Advice:
- If you experience low blood pressure symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting while taking medication, seek immediate medical attention.
- Make lifestyle modifications and adjust your medication regimen under medical guidance to manage low blood pressure.
- As your doctor advises, regularly check your blood pressure at home. Record your readings to detect any changes and share them with your doctor.
- Fluid intake plays a vital role in managing blood pressure by maintaining blood volume, regulating blood pressure, and supporting blood vessel function. Drinking enough fluids helps prevent dehydration, maintain electrolyte balance, and regulate fluid balance.
- Take regular breaks to sit or lie down if you need to stand for long periods.
- When lying down, elevate your head with extra pillows to help improve blood flow.
- Avoid heavy exercise or strenuous activities that can worsen low blood pressure.
- Wear compression socks as your doctor advises to enhance blood flow, reduce oedema, and control blood pressure.
- If symptoms persist or worsen, or if you have concerns about your condition, seek medical attention for personalized guidance and care.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
- Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
- Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
- When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
- Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
- Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
- If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
- Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
- Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
- Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
- When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
- Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
- Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
- If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
- Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
What if I have taken an overdose of Xapilis 5 Tablet
Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Xapilis 5 Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include unusual bleeding or bruising, red/black/tarry stools, red/brown/pink urine and coughing up or vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grounds. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.
Drug Warnings
- Inform your doctor if you are allergic to it or any other components present in it.
- Blood tests are recommended before and during Xapilis 5 Tablet use to monitor kidney and liver function.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Xapilis 5 Tablet .
- If you have a stomach ulcer, recent bleeding in the brain, kidney, or liver problems, high blood pressure, or bleeding disorders, or antiphospholipid syndrome (an immune system disorder that increases the risk of blood clots), inform your doctor before taking Xapilis 5 Tablet .
- Your doctor may suggest a blood test called the 'international normalized ratio' (INR) to check how quickly your blood is clotting. This test result will help your doctor determine the exact time to start taking Xapilis 5 Tablet .
Drug-Drug Interactions
ApixabanDefibrotide
Critical
Critical
Drug-Drug Interactions
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ApixabanDefibrotide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xapilis 5 Tablet:
Coadministration of Defibrotide and Xapilis 5 Tablet co-administration may raise the risk of bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Defibrotide and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
Coadministration of Defibrotide and Xapilis 5 Tablet co-administration may raise the risk of bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Defibrotide and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xapilis 5 Tablet:
Mifepristone and Xapilis 5 Tablet co-administration have been associated with more severe vaginal bleeding in women.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Xapilis 5 Tablet with Mifepristone together is not generally recommended as it may lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience persistent, excessive bleeding, consult the doctor. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medication.
Mifepristone and Xapilis 5 Tablet co-administration have been associated with more severe vaginal bleeding in women.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Xapilis 5 Tablet with Mifepristone together is not generally recommended as it may lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience persistent, excessive bleeding, consult the doctor. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medication.
ApixabanDextran
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xapilis 5 Tablet:
Coadministration of Dextran and Xapilis 5 Tablet co-administration may raise the risk of bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Dextran and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
Coadministration of Dextran and Xapilis 5 Tablet co-administration may raise the risk of bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Dextran and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
ApixabanSulfinpyrazone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xapilis 5 Tablet:
Coadministration of Sulfinpyrazone and Xapilis 5 Tablet co-administration may raise the risk of bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Sulfinpyrazone and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
Coadministration of Sulfinpyrazone and Xapilis 5 Tablet co-administration may raise the risk of bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Sulfinpyrazone and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
How does the drug interact with Xapilis 5 Tablet:
Coadministration of Meloxicam and Xapilis 5 Tablet may raise the risk of bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Meloxicam and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
Coadministration of Meloxicam and Xapilis 5 Tablet may raise the risk of bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Meloxicam and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
ApixabanCobicistat
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xapilis 5 Tablet:
Cobicistat may significantly increase the blood levels of Xapilis 5 Tablet. This can increase the risk of serious bleeding complications.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Cobicistat and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
Cobicistat may significantly increase the blood levels of Xapilis 5 Tablet. This can increase the risk of serious bleeding complications.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Cobicistat and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xapilis 5 Tablet:
Coadministration of Rivaroxaban and Xapilis 5 Tablet co-administration may raise the risk of unusual bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Rivaroxaban and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
Coadministration of Rivaroxaban and Xapilis 5 Tablet co-administration may raise the risk of unusual bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Rivaroxaban and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xapilis 5 Tablet:
Coadministration of Eptifibatide and Xapilis 5 Tablet co-administration may raise the risk of bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Eptifibatide and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
Coadministration of Eptifibatide and Xapilis 5 Tablet co-administration may raise the risk of bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Eptifibatide and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
ApixabanEpoprostenol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xapilis 5 Tablet:
Coadministration of Epoprostenol and Xapilis 5 Tablet co-administration may raise the risk of bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Epoprostenol and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
Coadministration of Epoprostenol and Xapilis 5 Tablet co-administration may raise the risk of bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Epoprostenol and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
ApixabanVorapaxar
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xapilis 5 Tablet:
Coadministration of Vorapaxar and Xapilis 5 Tablet co-administration may raise the risk of bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Vorapaxar and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
Coadministration of Vorapaxar and Xapilis 5 Tablet co-administration may raise the risk of bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Vorapaxar and Xapilis 5 Tablet may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
Drug-Food Interactions
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid vitamin K-rich foods such as coriander, cabbage, spinach, broccoli, collard greens, kale (leaf cabbage), black liquorice, turnip greens, avocados, Brussels sprouts, as they may decrease the effectiveness of Xapilis 5 Tablet .
- Do regular exercise, as it helps to dissolve blood clots, especially in obese people.
- Do not consume more than 14 units of alcohol per week, as excess alcohol intake may increase the risk of bleeding and quit smoking.
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTICOAGULANT/ANTITHROMBOTIC
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Alcohol
Unsafe
You are recommended not to consume more than 14 units per week as exceeding this may increase the risk of bleeding.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
Xapilis 5 Tablet is a Category B pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
Avoid breastfeeding while taking Xapilis 5 Tablet as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Xapilis 5 Tablet usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
Caution
Take Xapilis 5 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
Caution
Take Xapilis 5 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Children
Unsafe
Xapilis 5 Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy is not mentioned.
Heart
Xapilis 5 Tablet can be used in heart patients if prescribed by the physician to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.
Geriatrics
Consult your doctor
Xapilis 5 Tablet should be used in elderly patients only if recommended by the physician.
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