Xarelto 20 mg tablet

What Is Xarelto 20 mg

Xarelto 20 mg is a prescription anticoagulant tablet made by Bayer Pharmaceuticals. Its active ingredient is rivaroxaban. Each tablet contains 20 mg of rivaroxaban.

It belongs to the factor Xa inhibitor drug category. The 20 mg strength is the maintenance dose used in most adult treatment plans. It is one of the most prescribed blood thinners medication after a thigh or knee replacement surgery.

What Condition It Treats

Xarelto 20 mg is used for reducing the risk of stroke and blood clots in adults with non-valvular atrial fibrillation. It also treats deep vein thrombosis and lungs embolism. These are conditions where dangerous clots form in leg veins or travel to the lungs.

It also helps prevent those clots from coming back after an initial treatment period. Doctors prescribe it when ongoing protection against clot formation is needed. It covers both treatment and prevention.

How It Works

Rivaroxaban works by blocking factor Xa, a key protein in the blood clotting process. When factor Xa is blocked, the chain reaction that forms clots is interrupted. The blood does not clot as easily. This lowers the risk of blockages forming in veins or arteries.

It does not require routine blood monitoring the way older blood thinners like warfarin do. That makes it easier to manage for most patients.

How to Take Xarelto 20 mg

Take Xarelto 20 mg once daily with your evening meal. Food matters here. Taking it on an empty stomach reduces how much the body absorbs. Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water.

Most patients ask about timing when starting this medication. Taking it at the same time each day helps keep steady levels in the blood.

Missed Dose and Overdose

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember on the same day. If the day has already passed, skip it and continue with your next scheduled dose. Never double up to make up for a missed tablet.

Taking too much rivaroxaban increases the risk of serious bleeding. Go to an emergency room immediately if an overdose is suspected. Do not wait for symptoms to appear.

Side Effects of Xarelto 20 mg

The side effects of Xarelto 20 mg range from mild to serious. Knowing what to watch for helps with early response.

Common side effects:

• Nausea
• Stomach pain or indigestion
• Bruising more easily than usual
• Dizziness or headache
• Minor bleeding from cuts that takes longer to stop

Serious side effects:

• Unusual or heavy bleeding that does not stop
• Blood in urine or stools
• Coughing or vomiting blood

Do not stop taking rivaroxaban without speaking to a doctor first. Stopping it suddenly without medical advice can raise clot risk sharply.

Who Should Avoid It

Xarelto 20 mg is not suitable for everyone. People with active major bleeding or a history of serious bleeding disorders should not take it. It is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding without direct medical supervision.

Avoid taking it alongside other blood thinners, certain antifungal medications, or HIV treatments. These can affect how rivaroxaban behaves in the body. Patients with severe kidney or liver problems may not be able to take this medication safely. A doctor should always review your full medication list before prescribing this drug.

Store tablets at room temperature, away from moisture and direct light. Keep the blister packaging intact until use.

Price of Xarelto 20 mg

The price of Xarelto 20 mg varies depending on pack size and where it is purchased. Bayer Pharmaceuticals produces it as a branded product. This places it at a higher price point compared to generic anticoagulants. You can order Xarelto 20 mg at Fertimeds. Check the current listing for the price at the time of ordering.