Sanoxaban 5 Tablet
Manufacturer
Sanofi India Ltd
Salt Composition
Apixaban (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Sanoxaban 5 Tablet is a medicine known as an anticoagulant or blood thinner. It helps prevent and treat blood clots.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Sanoxaban 5 Tablet is a medicine known as an anticoagulant or blood thinner. It helps prevent and treat blood clots. It prevents and treats clot formation in the veins of your legs, lungs, brain, and heart. It is used to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack.
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. Sanoxaban 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Sanoxaban 5 Tablet is a novel oral anticoagulant (NOAC). It works by preventing the formation of blood clots in the body.
Quick Tips
Sanoxaban 5 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Night time administration is not preferable. 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. Inform your doctor if you see blood in your vomit, urine or stool. If you are going to have a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Sanoxaban 5 Tablet temporarily. Notify your doctor if you have any kidney problem. Do not stop taking medication without talking to your doctor.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I cut the tablet of Sanoxaban 5 Tablet if I have difficulty swallowing?
If you have trouble swallowing the whole tablet, it can be crushed and mixed with water, or 5% dextrose in water, or apple juice or apple puree. Crush the medicine just before taking it.
What if I miss a dose of Sanoxaban 5 Tablet?
If a dose is missed, take Sanoxaban 5 Tablet immediately and then continue with twice daily intake as before.
What are the side effects of taking Sanoxaban 5 Tablet?
Sanoxaban 5 Tablet may cause bleeding in eyes, stomach, nose, etc. and anemia which can lead to tiredness or paleness. It may also lower your blood pressure, causing fainting or a quickened heartbeat and nausea. Blood tests may show an increase in gamma glutamyltransferase (GGT), possibly due to liver problems.
What is Sanoxaban 5 Tablet used for?
Sanoxaban 5 Tablet reduces the risk of stroke and blood clots in people with atrial fibrillation. It also helps reduce the risk of forming a blood clot in the legs and lungs of people who have had hip or knee replacement surgery, and treats blood clots in the veins of your legs (deep vein thrombosis) or lungs (pulmonary embolism), as well as reducing the risk of them occurring again.
How dangerous is Sanoxaban 5 Tablet?
While using Sanoxaban 5 Tablet, be aware that it can cause excessive bleeding due to its blood-thinning properties. Do not stop taking the medication without speaking to your doctor. If you have epidural or spinal anesthesia or a spinal puncture while taking Sanoxaban 5 Tablet, you may be at risk of developing a blood clot in or around your spine, which can result in paralysis in some patients. Inform your doctor beforehand if you have had any such procedure.
Do I need to stop Sanoxaban 5 Tablet before surgery?
Consult your doctor to determine whether you should stop taking Sanoxaban 5 Tablet before surgery, as it will depend on the type of procedure involved. If there is a moderate to high risk of bleeding during the procedure, you may need to stop taking Sanoxaban 5 Tablet 48 hours before surgery.
Is Sanoxaban 5 Tablet a blood thinner?
Yes, Sanoxaban 5 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as anticoagulant or blood thinners. It prevents your blood from clotting by preventing the formation of an important component of blood clotting (factor Xa).
What are the symptoms of overdosage of Sanoxaban 5 Tablet?
Sanoxaban 5 Tablet overdose may cause unusual bleeding or bruising, red, brown, or pink urine, red or black, tarry stools, and coughing up or vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grounds. Consult your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical attention in a nearby hospital.
