ELIQUIS™ (apixaban) is a factor Xa inhibitor, a kind of novel oral anticoagulant. It is also frequently known as non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulant (NOAC) or direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC). 2,3
ELIQUIS™ provides superior efficacy and safety compared with warfarin 4
In the randomized controlled trial, ARISTOTLE, ELIQUIS™ lowers the risk of major bleeding by about 30%
The only factor Xa inhibitor that does not increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding 5
No specific food restrictions or interaction 7
No frequent blood test monitoring needed 5
NOT required dosage adjustments 7
Traditional anticoagulant
(Vitamin K antagonists)
More food restrictions to avoid interactions with drug 6
Frequent blood test monitoring needed 5
Frequent dose adjustments needed and dosing must be controlled precisely 6
Follow your doctor's dosing instructions and take it twice daily — once in the morning and once in the evening. Swallow the tablet with a drink of water. Try to take ELIQUIS™ at the same time every day.
Can be taken with or without food.
If you missed a dose, take the dose as soon as you remember and continue to take the next dose at the usual time. Do not take a double dose.
Take ELIQUIS™ regularly as prescribed. Do not stop or take more than the prescribed dose without consulting your doctor.
ELIQUIS™ and other anticoagulants differ in efficacy and the risk of bleeding. Speak to your doctor to understand their differences and choose the most appropriate medication. To get the best results, take your medications regularly as prescribed.
Follow your doctor's dosing instructions and take it twice daily — once in the morning and once in the evening. Swallow the tablet with a drink of water. Try to take ELIQUIS™ at the same time every day.