Flovas 20mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition
Rivaroxaban (20mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Flovas 20mg Tablet is a medicine known as an anticoagulant or blood thinner. It helps prevent and treat blood clots. It is used to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Flovas 20mg 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. Flovas 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
bleeding more easily than normal having nosebleeds or bruising
Alcohol Warning
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Flovas 20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Flovas 20mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Flovas 20mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Flovas 20mg 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
take Flovas 20mg Tablet at the same time every day it is better to take at night with meals it interacts less with food or other medicines frequent dose changes are not required be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, using sharp objects or engaging in contact sports 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 Flovas 20mg 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 side effects of Flovas 20mg Tablet?
The most common side effects of Flovas 20mg Tablet include prolonged or excessive bleeding, shortness of breath (which may be a sign of bleeding), fatigue, weakness, pallor, dizziness, headache, and unexplained swelling. Other potential side effects can be severe skin and allergic reactions, bruising, coughing up blood, bleeding from the skin or under the skin, and swelling and pain in the limbs. Flovas 20mg Tablet may increase bilirubin levels and decrease platelet count. Some individuals may experience fainting episodes, faster heartbeat, and dry mouth. If any side effects occur, contact your doctor immediately.
Is Flovas 20mg Tablet a blood thinner?
Yes, Flovas 20mg Tablet is a blood thinner. It works by preventing clotting within blood vessels. This medication can be prescribed to treat blood clots in the legs' veins and lungs' blood vessels.
Is Flovas 20mg Tablet dangerous?
Flovas 20mg Tablet has numerous benefits, but it may increase bleeding risk. It lowers blood clotting ability, making individuals more prone to excessive bleeding, even from minor injuries. In some cases, severe bleeding may occur and require urgent medical attention. The risk of significant bleeding might be higher in individuals taking Flovas 20mg Tablet in conjunction with other blood thinning medications. If any unusual bleeding occurs, consult your doctor immediately.
What foods should you avoid if you are on blood thinners?
Grapefruit and grapefruit juice should be avoided while taking Flovas 20mg Tablet. This is because grapefruit contains compounds that slow down the metabolism of Flovas 20mg Tablet, leading to increased bleeding. For individuals taking other blood thinners like warfarin, avoiding food items that increase vitamin K activity or enhance blood clotting might be necessary. Examples include spinach, brussels sprouts, mustard greens, broccoli, asparagus, and green tea. However, these foods are not restricted with Flovas 20mg Tablet.
