Eliquis
Utilised to manage thrombin synthesis to alleviate deep vein thrombosis risks and support circulatory safety parameters.
- Category
- Blood Thinners
- Active ingredient
- Apixaban
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 2.5mg · 5mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Eliquis, depending on stock.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Eliquis vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Eliquis details
- Alternative names
- apixaban
- Therapeutic class
- Direct Factor Xa Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Anticoagulant
- Contraindications
- active pathological bleeding; severe hepatic impairment
- Minor side effects
- easy bruising; minor nosebleeds
- Moderate side effects
- rash; prolonged bleeding time; anaemia
- Serious side effects
- severe intracranial haemorrhage, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Bristol-Myers Squibb
- Onset Time
- 3–4 hours
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Aspirin; NSAIDs; Ketoconazole
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults.
Patient summary
utilised to manage thrombin synthesis to alleviate deep vein thrombosis risks and support circulatory safety parameters.
Mechanism of action
Selectively and reversibly blocks the active site of factor Xa, preventing thrombin generation and subsequent fibrin clot creation.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category B: Use only if therapeutic benefit exceeds fetal risk. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
What you will receive
Eliquis is the originator brand name, made by Bristol-Myers Squibb. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Bristol-Myers Squibb.
- The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Apixaban is offered.
- The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
- Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.