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Brand name: Eliquis TM

Active ingredients: apixaban

What it is used for

ELIQUIS is indicated for the prevention of venous thromboembolic events (VTE) in adult patients who have undergone elective total hip or total knee replacement surgery.,ELIQUIS is indicated for the prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in adult patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke.,ELIQUIS is indicated for the treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) in adult patients.,ELIQUIS is indicated for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adult patients.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.

  • Store below 30 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

Pink, oval shaped, biconvex film-coated tablet with "894" debossed on one side and "5" on the other side.

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient apixaban

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)

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Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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