Dabixga 110mg Tablet is an anticoagulant or blood thinner. It helps prevent and treat blood clots. It is used to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack. It prevents and treats clot formation in the veins of your legs, lungs, brain, and heart.
Dabixga 110mg Tablet is commonly used in patients with irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation) to prevent clot formation. It also reduces the risk of getting clots in people who have undergone knee or hip replacement surgeries. It can be taken with or without food, but it is best to take them at the same time each day. You may need to take this medicine for many years, even for life in some cases. Do not stop taking it or change the dose without guidance from your doctor. It could quickly put you more at risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or thrombosis (formation of a blood clot within a blood vessel). You can reduce your risk of having a blood clot by making changes to your lifestyle, such as not smoking, eating a healthy diet, getting regular exercise, and losing weight if you need to.
The most common side effect of Dabixga 110mg Tablet are stomach upset and bleeding more easily than normal, for example having nosebleeds or bruising. If you experience any symptoms, tell your doctor immediately. Other side effects include headaches, seizures, allergic reactions, changes to your eyesight, and tiredness.
Do not take this medicine if you have severe kidney or liver problems, if you are currently bleeding or if you are taking other medicines to reduce blood clotting. You should not breastfeed while using this medicine. Unlike other anticoagulants, a regular blood test (PT-INR) is not required while taking this medicine.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dabixga 110mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Dabixga
Nausea
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Dyspepsia
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Nosebleeds
Skin bleeding
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dabixga 110mg Tablet
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Dabixga 110mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dabixga 110mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Dabixga 110mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Dabixga 110mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. Employ of Dabixga 110mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Dabixga 110mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
FAQs:
When should I take Dabixga 110mg Tablet?
Mostly, Dabixga 110mg Tablet is suggested to be taken twice daily at the same time each day. The two doses should be taken at a gap of about 12 hours.
Can I drink alcohol with Dabixga 110mg Tablet?
Taking alcohol while taking Dabixga 110mg Tablet can increase the effect of this medicine, thereby increasing the chance of bleeding. Regular intake of alcohol can lead to a gastric ulcer which might again cause bleeding. So, it is better to avoid alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Do consult your doctor if any such episode of bleeding occurs.
Can Dabixga 110mg Tablet cause hair loss?
As compared to other blood-thinning medications, Dabixga 110mg Tablet does not usually cause hair loss. However, there do exist some rare reports of hair loss associated with Dabixga 110mg Tablet. Consult your doctor if you face hair loss while taking Dabixga 110mg Tablet to rule out any other causes of hair loss.
When will I feel better after taking Dabixga 110mg Tablet?
Dabixga 110mg Tablet reduces your risk of developing blood clots in the blood vessels of your leg, lungs, heart and brain. You may not feel any difference after taking Dabixga 110mg Tablet. However, keep taking this medicine as prescribed by your doctor because you will still be getting its full benefits.
Does Dabixga 110mg Tablet affect the liver?
Unlike other anticoagulants, Dabixga 110mg Tablet usually does not affect the functioning of the liver. But long-term use of Dabixga 110mg Tablet may increase the chances of mild liver injury in patients with elevated liver enzymes. However, the overall chances of developing any such problem are lower than other anticoagulants. It is advised that you inform your doctor if you have a history of liver disease before starting this medicine.
How should I store Dabixga 110mg Tablet?
Dabixga 110mg Tablet should be stored at room temperature between 59°F to 86°F (15°C to 30°C). Store the medicine at a dry place and protect the capsules from moisture. Close the bottle tightly after use and keep it out of the reach of children. Once the bottle is opened, it should be used within 4 months. If unused within 4 months, please discard them safely.
Can the use of Dabixga 110mg Tablet increase the risk of bleeding?
Affirmative, Dabixga 110mg Tablet increases the risk of bleeding. Forever be careful while doing activities that may cause an injury or bleeding. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any abnormal bruising or bleeding.
Who should not take Dabixga 110mg Tablet?
People experiencing any unusual bleeding or people allergic to Dabixga 110mg Tablet should not take it. Dabixga 110mg Tablet should also be avoided by people with artificial (prosthetic) heart valves. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have ever had or plan to have a valve in your heart replaced.
Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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