Eliquis

Eliquis (apixaban) is a prescription medication used to treat Blood clots, atrial fibrillation. Eliquis is an anticoagulant heavily advertised in Canada to prevent stroke and blood clots in patients with atrial fibrillation, and to treat deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.

Eliquis blocks Factor Xa, an essential component of the blood clotting cascade. By preventing Factor Xa from working, it significantly reduces the ability of blood to form dangerous clots.

Commonly reported side effects of Eliquis include Serious bleeding risk, Bruising, Prolonged bleeding from cuts, Blood in urine or stool, and Dizziness. This is not a complete list — tell your doctor or pharmacist about any side effects you experience.

Yes. Eliquis carries an FDA Boxed Warning — the agency's most serious safety warning. Read the full prescribing information and talk to your doctor about the risks before starting or changing treatment.

The active ingredient in Eliquis is apixaban, which belongs to a class of medicines known as Factor Xa Inhibitor.

Eliquis is manufactured by Bristol-Myers Squibb/Pfizer. It was first approved in 2012.

You may be able to lower the cost of Eliquis by using a free pharmacy discount card or by comparing prices across pharmacies before you fill your prescription. Savings vary by pharmacy and location.