API

Rivaroxaban (10mg)

Drug classification

Anticoagulant (direct oral factor Xa inhibitor)

Dosage form

Film-coated tablet

API strength per dosage

Dose

For adults, 10 mg once daily for venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis post-orthopedic surgery; not recommended for pediatric use; caution in severe renal impairment (CrCl <30 mL/min) and contraindicated in hepatic disease with coagulopathy. Dose adjustments may be required in special populations; consult guidelines.

Mechanism of action

Indications

Treatment and prevention of Blood clots

Side effects

Bleeding

Pregnancy category

Precautions

Contraindications