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About This Product
Manufacturer
Bayer (Schweiz) AG (CH)
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ATC Code
B01AF01
Source
SWISSMEDIC
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ARTG
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XARELTO is indicated for:
Prevention of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limbs (elective total hip replacement, treatment for up to 5 weeks; elective total knee replacement, treatment for up to 2 weeks)
Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke
Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE,XARELTO, in combination with aspirin, is indicated for
the prevention of major cardiovascular events (composite of stroke, myocardial infarction and cardiovascular death) in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) and/or peripheral artery disease (PAD).
⚠️ Warnings
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AHT
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This medicine contains the active ingredients:
rivaroxaban
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on
medication safety for older people
.
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