Rivaxa Information
Rivaxa is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Rivaxa have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Rivaxa depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Rivaxa Benefits & Uses
Rivaxa is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Rivaxa Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Rivaxa Related Warnings
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Is the use of Rivaxa safe for pregnant women?
Rivaxa can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Severe -
Is the use of Rivaxa safe during breastfeeding?
Rivaxa has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
Mild -
What is the effect of Rivaxa on the Kidneys?
Rivaxa can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Rivaxa on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Rivaxa. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Rivaxa only after medical advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Rivaxa on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Rivaxa. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of Rivaxa with Other Drugs
Rivaxa should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
- Mazetol 400 Tablet (10)
- Versitol Retard 200 Tablet PR
- Mazetol 100 Tablet (10)
- Versitol Retard 400 Tablet PR
Rivaxa Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rivaxa unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Bleeding
- Liver Disease
- Low Blood Pressure
Frequently asked Questions about Rivaxa
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Is this Rivaxa habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Rivaxa is addictive.
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Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Rivaxa since it does not cause drowsiness.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Rivaxa only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Rivaxa is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Rivaxa Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Rivaxa
There is no information on the effects of taking Rivaxa with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Rivaxa
Information about the interaction of Rivaxa and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xarelto (rivaroxaban)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1109-1110
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 623
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xarelto (rivaroxaban)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1109-1110
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 623
