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Flovas 20mg Tablet is a medication that falls under the category of anticoagulants or blood thinners Its primary function is to prevent and treat blood clots It is commonly prescribed to reduce the likelihood of experiencing a stroke or heart attack Moreover it is effective in preventing and treating clot formation in various areas of the body including the veins of the legs lungs brain and heart Atrial fibrillation patients often take Flovas 20mg Tablet to impede the development of clots Additionally it is beneficial for individuals who have recently undergone knee or hip replacement surgeries as it minimizes the risk of clot formation It is recommended to consume this medication with food and maintain a consistent daily intake schedule In some cases it may be necessary to take Rivaxa for an extended period or even for life It is vital to adhere to the prescribed dose and not discontinue it without consulting a physician Altering the dosage or abruptly stopping the medication can significantly increase the chances of experiencing a heart attack stroke or the formation of blood clots within blood vessels To lower the risk of blood clot formation adjustments can be made to your lifestyle such as abstaining from smoking following a healthy diet engaging in regular exercise and achieving weight loss if necessary

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Similar Medicines

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Available in 4 variations

Flovas 2.5mg Tablet 14s

Flovas 2.5mg Tablet 14s

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Flovas 10mg Tablet 14s

Flovas 10mg Tablet 14s

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Flovas 15mg Tablet 14s

Flovas 15mg Tablet 14s

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Flovas 20mg Tablet

Flovas 20mg Tablet

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Related Faqs

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Is Xarelto dangerous?

Xarelto has numerous beneficial effects, but it has a tendency to make you bleed more than normal come even with minor injuries as it reduces your blood’s clotting ability. Sometimes Xarelto may cause serious bleeding which may be dangerous and may need urgent medical attention. This risk may be higher in people taking Xarelto along with other blood thinning medications. Contact your doctor if you notice even minor bleeding.

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What foods should you avoid if you are on blood thinners?

Avoid taking grapefruit and grapefruit juice while taking Xarelto. The reason being, grapefruit contains compounds that slow down the metabolism of Xarelto and increase the activity leading to bleeding. On the other hand, if you are taking some other blood thinner like warfarin, you should avoid taking any food that increases the activity of vitamin K or increases the clotting of blood. Such food items may include spinach, brussels, sprouts, mustard greens, broccoli, asparagus and green tea. However, the use of these food items is not restricted with Xarelto.

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Can you ever stop taking Xarelto?

If you stop taking XARELTO®, you may have increased risk of forming a clot in your blood. Increased risk of bleeding. XARELTO® can cause bleeding which can be serious, and may lead to death. This is because XARELTO® is a blood thinner medicine (anticoagulant) that lowers blood clotting.

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Is xarelto hard on the kidneys?

Xarelto and acute kidney injuries One of the severe side effects of Xarelto is that it can cause acute kidney injuries. In the past few years, medical researchers have recognized a new type of acute kidney injury: Anticoagulant-related nephropathy.

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What is the best time to take Xarelto?

To reduce your risk of an AFib-related stroke, you should take XARELTO® once a day with your evening meal. If you miss a dose of XARELTO®, take it as soon as you remember on the same day. Take your next dose at your regularly scheduled time.

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What foods should you avoid if you are on blood thinners?

Avoid taking grapefruit and grapefruit juice while taking Xarelto. The reason being, grapefruit contains compounds that slow down the metabolism of Xarelto and increase the activity leading to bleeding. On the other hand, if you are taking some other blood thinner like warfarin, you should avoid taking any food that increases the activity of vitamin K or increases the clotting of blood. Such food items may include spinach, brussels, sprouts, mustard greens, broccoli, asparagus and green tea. However, the use of these food items is not restricted with Xarelto.

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