Rivaroxaban Benefits & Uses

Rivaroxaban is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Rivaroxaban 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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Rivaroxaban Related Warnings

Is the use of Rivaroxaban safe for pregnant women?

Rivaroxaban should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Rivaroxaban safe during breastfeeding?

Rivaroxaban has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Rivaroxaban on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Rivaroxaban. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Rivaroxaban on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Rivaroxaban. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Rivaroxaban on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Rivaroxaban. 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 Rivaroxaban with Other Drugs

Rivaroxaban should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Rivaroxaban Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rivaroxaban unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Bleeding
Liver Disease
Low Blood Pressure

Frequently asked Questions about Rivaroxaban

Is this Rivaroxaban habit forming or addictive?

Rivaroxaban does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Rivaroxaban since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Rivaroxaban only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Rivaroxaban in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Rivaroxaban Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rivaroxaban

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Rivaroxaban and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Rivaroxaban

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Rivaroxaban.

Unknown