Rivaheal 20mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Maksun Biotech Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Rivaroxaban (20mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rivaheal 20mg Tablet is a medicine known as an anticoagulant or blood thinner. It helps prevent and treat blood clots.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Rivaheal 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).
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. Rivaheal 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Rivaheal 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
For best results take Rivaheal 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. 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. It may cause dizziness. Avoid driving or activity requiring mental focus until you know how it affects you. Do not stop taking medication without talking to your doctor.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the potential side effects of Rivaheal 20mg Tablet?
Common side effects of Rivaheal 20mg Tablet may include prolonged or excessive bleeding, breathlessness, fatigue, paleness, dizziness, headache, and unexplained swelling. In some cases, severe skin and allergic reactions, bruising, coughing up blood, bleeding from the skin or under the skin, and swelling and pain in the limbs may occur. Additionally, Rivaheal 20mg Tablet may increase bilirubin levels and decrease platelet counts. Some individuals may experience fainting episodes, rapid heartbeat, and dry mouth. If you notice any side effects, consult your doctor immediately.
Is Rivaheal 20mg Tablet a blood thinner?
Yes, Rivaheal 20mg Tablet is a blood thinner that prevents blood clotting within blood vessels and recurrent blood clots in blood vessels. It may be prescribed to treat blood clots in the veins of the legs and lungs.
Is Rivaheal 20mg Tablet dangerous?
Rivaheal 20mg Tablet has benefits, but it can increase bleeding risk, even with minor injuries, due to its ability to reduce blood clotting. In some cases, serious bleeding may occur, requiring urgent medical attention. This risk is higher when taking Rivaheal 20mg Tablet with other blood thinners. If you notice even minor bleeding, consult your doctor.
What foods should I avoid while taking blood thinners like Rivaheal 20mg Tablet?
Avoid consuming grapefruit and grapefruit juice while taking Rivaheal 20mg Tablet, as grapefruit compounds can slow down its metabolism and increase bleeding risk. However, if you are taking warfarin or other blood thinners, you should avoid foods that increase vitamin K activity or blood clotting, such as spinach, broccoli, asparagus, and green tea. Consult your doctor for personalized dietary advice.
