Anna 2.5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
MVD Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Rivaroxaban (2.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Anna 2.5mg Tablet is a medicine known as an anticoagulant or blood thinner. It helps prevent and treat blood clots.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Anna 2.5mg Tablet is commonly used in patients with irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation) to prevent clot formation. It also reduces the risk of getting clots in people who have undergone knee or hip replacement surgeries. It may be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time each day for maximum benefits. You may need to take this medicine for many years even for life in some cases. Do not stop taking it or change the dose without guidance from your doctor. It could quickly put you more at risk of having a heart attack stroke or thrombosis (formation of a blood clot within a blood vessel). You can reduce your risk of having a blood clot by making changes to your lifestyle such as not smoking eating a healthy diet getting regular exercise and losing weight if you need to.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew crush or break it. Anna 2.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Anna 2.5mg Tablet is a novel oral anticoagulant (NOAC). It works by stopping a clotting factor called factor Xa from working. This helps prevent the formation of blood clots in the body.
Quick Tips
For best results take Anna 2.5mg Tablet at the same time every day. It is better to take at night with meals. It interacts less with food or other medicines. Hence frequent dose changes are not required. It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving cutting fingernails or toenails using sharp objects or engaging in contact sports (e.g. football wrestling). It may cause dizziness. Avoid driving or activity requiring mental focus until you know how it affects you. If you are going to have a surgery or dental treatment you may be asked to stop taking Anna 2.5mg Tablet temporarily. Notify your doctor if you have any kidney problem. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. Do not stop taking medication without talking to your doctor.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the possible side effects of Anna 2.5mg Tablet?
Common side effects may include excessive bleeding, breathlessness, weakness, paleness, dizziness, headache, and swelling. Rare but severe reactions can occur, such as skin and allergic responses, bruising, coughing up blood, or swelling in the limbs. Using Anna 2.5mg Tablet might also increase bilirubin levels and decrease platelet counts. Some individuals may experience fainting episodes, rapid heartbeat, or dry mouth. If you notice any side effects, contact your doctor immediately.
Is Anna 2.5mg Tablet a blood thinner?
Yes, Anna 2.5mg Tablet is a medication that prevents blood clotting within the blood vessels and stops recurring clots in veins of the legs and lungs.
What are the risks associated with taking Anna 2.5mg Tablet?
Anna 2.5mg Tablet can make you more prone to bleeding, even from minor injuries, due to its blood-thinning properties. In some cases, this may lead to serious and potentially life-threatening bleeding. The risk is higher when combined with other blood thinning medications. If you notice any bleeding, contact your doctor promptly.
What foods should be avoided while taking Anna 2.5mg Tablet?
Grapefruit and grapefruit juice should not be consumed while on Anna 2.5mg Tablet as they can slow down the medication's metabolism and increase bleeding risk. However, this restriction does not apply to other blood thinners like warfarin.
