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Epixaban 5 mg coated tablets Why use Epixaban coated tablets: Epixaban coated tablets are used in adults: to prevent blood clots in the heart in patients with atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor. To treat blood clots in the veins of the legs (deep vein thrombosis) and in the blood vessels in your lungs (pulmonary embolism), and to prevent recurrence of blood clots in the blood vessels of your legs and/or lungs. Do not take Epixaban coated tablets if: You are allergic to Epixaban or any other ingredients of this medicine You have severe bleeding You have a disease in an organ of the body that increases the risk of serious bleeding You have liver disease that increases the risk of bleeding You are taking blood-thinning medicines (for example, warfarin, rivaroxaban, dabigatran, or heparin) Warnings and precautions: Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before taking this medicine if you have any of the following: Increased risk of bleeding, such as: bleeding disorders Severe high blood pressure not controlled by medical treatment You are over 75 years old You weigh 60 kg or less Severe kidney disease or are on dialysis Liver problems or a history of liver issues Possible side effects: Like all medicines, this drug can cause side effects, although not everyone experiences them. The most common side effect of Epixaban tablets is bleeding, which may be life-threatening and require immediate medical attention. Other medicines and Epixaban coated tablets: The following medicines may increase the effect of Epixaban coated tablets and increase the risk of unwanted bleeding: Some antifungal medicines (such as ketoconazole, etc.) Some antiretroviral medicines for HIV/AIDS (such as ritonavir) Other blood-thinning medicines (for example, enoxaparin, etc.) Anti-inflammatory and pain medicines (such as aspirin or naproxen) Blood pressure medicines or heart problems medicines (such as diltiazem) Antidepressants How to take Epixaban coated tablets: To prevent blood clot formation in the heart in patients with atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor. The recommended dose is one 5 mg Epixaban coated tablet twice daily. The recommended dose is one 2.5 mg Epixaban tablet twice daily if: You have severe kidney impairment You meet two or more of the following: Blood test results indicate impaired kidney function You are 80 years old or older You weigh 60 kg or less How to store Epixaban coated tablets: Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiration date printed on the carton and blister pack after EXP. The expiration date refers to the last day of that month. This medicine does not require any special storage conditions. Do not dispose of medicines in wastewater or household waste.