Rivajon 10 Tablet
Manufacturer
Johnlee Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Rivaroxaban (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rivajon 10 Tablet is a medicine known as an anticoagulant or blood thinner. It helps prevent and treat blood clots, reducing the risk of stroke and heart attack.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Rivajon 10 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. Rivajon 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
The most common side effect of Rivajon 10 Tablet is bleeding more easily than normal, for example, having nosebleeds or bruising.
Alcohol Warning
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Rivajon 10 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Rivajon 10 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
Rivajon 10 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
Rivajon 10 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 at the same time every day Take with meals Interacts less with food or other medicines May cause dizziness Notify your doctor if you have any kidney problem Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding
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Frequently asked questions
What are the side effects of Rivajon 10 Tablet?
The most common side effects of Rivajon 10 Tablet include prolonged or excessive bleeding, shortness of breath (which may be a sign of bleeding), exceptional weakness, tiredness, pallor, dizziness, headache, and unexplained swelling. Other 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. Using Rivajon 10 Tablet may increase bilirubin levels and decrease platelet counts. Some people may experience fainting episodes, faster heartbeat, and dry mouth. If you experience any side effects, immediately contact your doctor.
Is Rivajon 10 Tablet a blood thinner?
Yes, Rivajon 10 Tablet is a blood thinner. It works by preventing the blood from clotting within blood vessels and prevents blood clots from recurring in the blood vessels. It may be prescribed to treat blood clots in the veins of the legs and in the blood vessels of the lungs.
Is Rivajon 10 Tablet dangerous?
Rivajon 10 Tablet has multiple beneficial effects, but it can increase the risk of bleeding. This is because it reduces your blood's clotting ability. In some cases, Rivajon 10 Tablet may cause serious bleeding that requires urgent medical attention. This risk is higher in individuals taking Rivajon 10 Tablet along with other blood thinning medications. If you notice any minor bleeding, contact your doctor immediately.
What foods should you avoid if you are on blood thinners?
Grapefruit and grapefruit juice should be avoided while taking Rivajon 10 Tablet. This is because grapefruit contains compounds that slow down the metabolism of Rivajon 10 Tablet and increase bleeding risk. For other individuals taking blood thinners, such as warfarin, it's important to avoid foods that increase vitamin K activity or enhance blood clotting (like spinach, brussel sprouts, mustard greens, broccoli, asparagus, and green tea). However, these food items are not restricted with Rivajon 10 Tablet.
