Xcept 10mg tablet

Introduction 

• Xcept tablet contains rivaroxaban 10 mg in it which is an anti-coagulant medication
• For oral administration
• It acts as anticoagulant by blocking substance called factor Xa (10a) which eventually decreases thrombin enzyme that is involved in clot formation. Hence, rivaroxaban can prevent blood clots.
• Rivaroxaban acts as blood thinner and is indicated in prevention & treatment of blood clotting conditions.
• Adult initial dose prescribed is 40mg/day given in divided doses
• Stop using Xcept 12 hours before undergoing surgical procedure
• Not recommended in people under 18 years of age
• Avoid its use if you are allergic to rivaroxaban or any ingredient present in Xcept tablet
• Inform doctor before using xcept if you are suffering from kidney or liver disease
• Alcohol should be avoided while taking rivaroxaban
• Inform doctor or pharmacist before using rivaroxaban tablets in pregnant females or lactating mothers

How To Use 

• For oral administration i.e. taken by mouth only
• Adult initial dose prescribed is 40mg/day given in divided doses. Do not exceed the prescribed dose
• Swallow tablet with water and don’t chew on it
• You may take it with or without food
• Store it at room temperature on 25 degree C. Avoid storing it in damp or moist areas like bathroom
• If taking rivaroxaban tablets for nonvalvular atrial fibrillation, take it with your evening meals
• Tablets can be crushed if needed. Mix the crushed part with small amount of applesauce. Eat this applesauce and then eat your meal.

Why Choose 

Xcept tablet contains rivaroxaban 10 mg in it which is an anti-coagulant medication. For oral administration. It acts as an anticoagulant by blocking substance called factor Xa (10a) which eventually decreases thrombin enzyme that is involved in clot formation. Hence, rivaroxaban can prevent blood clots & decrease chances of heart attack and stroke (blood supply to brain is interrupted). Rivaroxaban acts as blood thinner and is indicated in prevention & treatment of blood clotting conditions like pulmonary embolism (blockage in pulmonary artery in lungs), deep vein thrombosis (DVT; blood clot in vein located deep inside the body) and atrial fibrillation (irregular & often rapid heart rate). It may also be used after hip & knee replacement surgery to prevent clot formation. It is also given to patients with high-risk of forming clots who have limited mobility during hospital stay and after discharge.  

Storage 

FAQs

For how long is rivaroxaban use recommended?

If it is given after knee or hip joint surgery, then should be tentatively taken for 2 to 5 weeks. While if recommended for blood clots like in DVT or pulmonary embolism, then taken for at least 3 months.

What side effects happen with rivaroxaban use?

Side effects can be back pain, bloody stools, bowel or bladder dysfunction, coughing blood, or leg weakness etc

How soon will rivaroxaban work?

It starts acting in a few hours after you take the first dose. But if you stop taking it, its effect will wear off in 24 hours for most people

When can rivaroxaban be stopped?

If you are undergoing a surgical intervention, rivaroxaban should be stopped at least 24 hours before it.

Instructions 

• For oral administration i.e. taken by mouth only
• Adult initial dose prescribed is 40mg/day given in divided doses. Do not exceed the prescribed dose
• Swallow tablet with water and don’t chew on it
• You may take it with or without food
• Store it at room temperature on 25 degree C. Avoid storing it in damp or moist areas like bathroom
• If taking rivaroxaban tablets for nonvalvular atrial fibrillation, take it with your evening meals
• Tablets can be crushed if needed. Mix the crushed part with small amount of applesauce. Eat this applesauce and then eat your meal.