Cameriv 10mg Tablet
strip of 14.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Rivaroxaban (10mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Cameriv 10mg Tablet is a medicine known as an anticoagulant or blood thinner. It helps prevent and treat blood clots. It is used to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack. Cameriv 10mg 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 may be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time each day for maximum benefits. 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.
Cameriv 10mg Tablet is a novel oral anticoagulant (NOAC). It works by stopping a clotting factor called factor Xa from working. This helps prevent the formation of blood clots in the body.
What are the most common side effects of Cameriv 10mg Tablet?
The most frequently reported side effects of Cameriv 10mg Tablet include prolonged or excessive bleeding, breathlessness (which may indicate bleeding), extreme fatigue, tiredness, paleness, dizziness, headache, and unexplained swelling. Other potential side effects can be severe skin reactions and allergic reactions, bruising, coughing up blood, bleeding from the skin or under the skin, and limb swelling and pain. Cameriv 10mg Tablet can also increase bilirubin levels and decrease platelet counts. Some individuals may experience fainting episodes, a rapid heart rate, and dry mouth. It is important to report any side effects to your doctor promptly.
Is Cameriv 10mg Tablet a blood thinner?
Yes, Cameriv 10mg Tablet is a blood thinner. It prevents blood clotting in blood vessels and reduces the risk of existing clots recurring. It may be prescribed for treating blood clots in leg veins and lung blood vessels.
Is Cameriv 10mg Tablet dangerous?
While Cameriv 10mg Tablet offers significant benefits, it can increase the risk of bleeding due to its effect on blood clotting. This increased bleeding potential might be more severe in individuals who are also taking other blood thinning medications. If you notice any bleeding during treatment, contact your doctor immediately.
What foods should I avoid if I am on a blood thinner like Cameriv 10mg Tablet?
Grapefruit and grapefruit juice should be avoided while taking Cameriv 10mg Tablet. Grapefruit contains compounds that slow down the metabolism of Cameriv 10mg Tablet, potentially leading to increased bleeding. For individuals on other blood thinners like warfarin, avoid foods high in vitamin K or those known to increase clotting activity. These foods include spinach, Brussels sprouts, mustard greens, broccoli, asparagus, and green tea. However, consuming these food items is not restricted with Cameriv 10mg Tablet.
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. Cameriv 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Take at the same time every day. It is better to take at night with meals.
- It interacts less with food or other medicines. Hence frequent dose changes are not required.
- It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, using sharp objects or engaging in contact sports (e.g. football, wrestling).
- It may cause dizziness. Avoid driving or activity requiring mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- If you are going to have a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Cameriv 10mg Tablet temporarily.
- Notify your doctor if you have any kidney problem.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking medication without talking to your doctor.
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Cameriv 10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Cameriv 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Cameriv 10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
