Xarelto 20mg, containing the active ingredient rivaroxaban, is an anticoagulant medicatio
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Xarelto 20mg
Xarelto 20mg, containing the active ingredient rivaroxaban, is an anticoagulant medication used to prevent and treat blood clots. Xarelto belongs to a class of drugs known as direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) and works by inhibiting Factor Xa, a key enzyme in the coagulation process. Here are the key features, benefits, uses, and precautions for Xarelto 20mg:
Key Features:
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Active Ingredient: Each tablet contains 20mg of rivaroxaban.
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Mechanism of Action: Inhibits Factor Xa, preventing the formation of blood clots.
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Oral Administration: Taken by mouth once daily with food.
Benefits:
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Prevention of Blood Clots: Reduces the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation.
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Treatment of Existing Clots: Used to treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and reduce the risk of recurrence.
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Convenient Dosage: Taken as a single daily dose, simplifying the treatment regimen.
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No Routine Monitoring: Unlike some other anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin), Xarelto does not require regular blood tests for INR monitoring.
Uses:
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Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation: To reduce the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with this condition.
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): Treatment of DVT and reduction of the risk of recurrent DVT.
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Pulmonary Embolism (PE): Treatment of PE and reduction of the risk of recurrent PE.
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Postoperative Thromboprophylaxis: Prevention of DVT following hip or knee replacement surgery.
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