Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Zuventus Healthcare Ltd
Salt Composition
Apixaban (2.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet is a medicine known as an anticoagulant or blood thinner. It helps prevent and treat blood clots.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Zuvixa 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. Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet is a novel oral anticoagulant (NOAC). It works by preventing the formation of blood clots in the body.
Quick Tips
Zuvixa 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 Zuvixa 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 Zuvixa 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. Be sure to crush the medicine just before taking it.
What if I miss a dose of Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet?
If a dose is missed, take the missed dose as soon as possible and then continue with twice daily intake as before.
What are the side effects of taking Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet?
Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet may cause bleeding in eyes, stomach, nose, and other parts of the body. It may also lead to anemia, causing tiredness or paleness. You may also experience low blood pressure, which could cause fainting or a faster heart rate and nausea. Blood tests may show an increase in gamma glutamyltransferase (GGT), suggesting liver problems.
What is Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet used for?
Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet is used to reduce the risk of stroke and blood clots in people with atrial fibrillation. Atrial fibrillation causes irregular heartbeats, which can increase the likelihood of clots forming in the body and potentially leading to strokes. Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet also helps prevent blood clots from forming in the legs (deep vein thrombosis) or lungs (pulmonary embolism) after hip or knee replacement surgery.
How dangerous is Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet?
While using Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet, it's important to be aware of the potential risks such as bleeding due to its blood-thinning effect. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor first. In addition, if you have epidural or spinal anesthesia or a spinal puncture while taking Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet, there is a risk of blood clots forming near the spine, which could lead to paralysis in some patients. Please inform your doctor about any such procedures beforehand.
Do I need to stop Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet before surgery?
Consult with your doctor regarding whether you should stop taking the medication before surgery. The decision will depend on the type of procedure and the associated risk of bleeding.
Is Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet a blood thinner?
Yes, Zuvixa 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 factor Xa, an important component in blood clotting.
What are the symptoms of overdosage of Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet?
Zuvixa 2.5mg Tablet taken at higher than recommended doses may lead to 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 by contacting your doctor or going to the nearest emergency hospital if you suspect an overdose.
