Xarelto (Rivaroxaban) medication is manufactured by Bayer and Bayer Scheiring.Rivaroxaban is an anticoagulant (blood thinner) that prevents the formation of blood clots. Rivaroxaban is used to prevent a type of blood clot called deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which can lead to blood clots in the lungs (pulmonary embolism). A DVT can occur after certain types of surgery.Rivaroxaban is also used in people with atrial fibrillation (a heart rhythm disorder) to lower the risk of stroke caused by a blood clot.
Rivaroxaban may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Currently have certain types of abnormal bleeding. Talk to your doctor before taking XARELTO® if you currently have unusual bleeding.
Are allergic to rivaroxaban or any of the ingredients of XARELTO®.
What this looks like
Xarelto 10 mg film-coated tablets are light red, round, film-coated tablets marked with the BAYER-cross on one side and “10” and a triangle on the other side. It is packed in blister packs in cartons of 3, 10, 15, 30 and 100 tablets.
Xarelto 15 mg film-coated tablets are red, round, film-coated tablets marked with the BAYER-cross on one side and “15” and a triangle on the other side. It is packed in blister packs in cartons of 7, 28, 42, 84, 98 and 100 tablets.
Xarelto 20 mg film-coated tablets are brown- red, round, film-coated tablets marked with the BAYER-cross on one side and “20” and a triangle on the other side. It is packed in blister packs in cartons of 7, 28, 84, 98 and 100 tablets.
One of the most severe side effects of Xarelto is uncontrolled bleeding. When bleeding occurs near a major organ, such as the brain, lungs or kidneys, blood flow to that organ is interrupted, causing it to lose some or all of its functionality. Also, pools of blood may form within the body and can cause other severe health risks. Because Xarelto prevents clotting, the hemorrhaging will continue until the drug is flushed out of the system.
Like Pradaxa, Xarelto has no known antidote for uncontrolled bleeding, while warfarin does. The drug’s manufacturers have yet to release information for doctors on how to treat uncontrolled bleeding.
Disclaimer - This information is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice. Be sure to contact your physician, pharmacist or other health care provider for more information about this medication.