Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Pulse Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Apixaban (2.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet is a medicine known as an anticoagulant or blood thinner. It helps prevent and treat blood clots.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Thromboxan 2.5mg 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. Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet is a novel oral anticoagulant (NOAC). It works by preventing the formation of blood clots in the body.
Quick Tips
Thromboxan 2.5mg 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 Thromboxan 2.5mg 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 Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet?
If you have difficulty swallowing the whole tablet, it may be crushed and mixed with water or 5% dextrose in water, or apple juice or apple puree. Remember to crush the medicine just before you take it.
What if I miss a dose of Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet?
If a dose is missed, the patient should take Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet immediately and then continue with twice-daily intake as before.
What are the side effects of taking Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet?
Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet may cause bleeding in the eyes, stomach, nose, etc., and anemia which can cause fatigue or paleness. It may also lower your blood pressure, leading to fainting or a rapid heartbeat and nausea. Blood tests may show an increase in gamma glutamyltransferase (GGT), which might be due to liver problems.
What is Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet used for?
Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet is used to reduce the risk of stroke and blood clots in people with atrial fibrillation. In atrial fibrillation, the heart beats irregularly, increasing the chance of blood clot formation in the body and potentially causing strokes. Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet also helps to reduce the risk of forming a blood clot in the legs and lungs of individuals who have just had hip or knee replacement surgery and treat blood clots in the veins of your legs (deep vein thrombosis) or lungs (pulmonary embolism), and decrease the risk of them recurring.
How dangerous is Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet?
While using Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet, you should be aware of potential risks such as it can cause excessive bleeding due to its blood-thinning nature. Do not stop taking the medication without consulting your doctor. If you have epidural or spinal anesthesia or a spinal puncture while taking Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet, you may be at risk of developing a blood clot in or around your spine, potentially leading to paralysis in some patients. Inform your doctor beforehand if you have had any such procedures.
Do I need to stop Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet before surgery?
Consult with your doctor to determine whether you need to stop it before the procedure. This will depend on the specific type of surgery. For instance, if there is a moderate to high risk of bleeding during the procedure, you should stop taking Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet for at least 48 hours prior.
Is Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet a blood thinner?
Yes, Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet belongs to a class of medications known as anticoagulants 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 Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Thromboxan 2.5mg Tablet can 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. Seek immediate medical attention from your doctor or visit an emergency room.
