Xarelto

Xarelto (rivaroxaban) is a prescription medication used to treat Blood clots, atrial fibrillation. Xarelto is an anticoagulant (blood thinner) that reduces the risk of stroke and blood clots in people with non-valvular atrial fibrillation, and treats and prevents deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.

Xarelto directly inhibits Factor Xa, stopping it from converting prothrombin to thrombin — a critical step in blood clot formation. This makes it harder for dangerous clots to form.

Commonly reported side effects of Xarelto include Serious bleeding risk, Bruising, Prolonged bleeding, Spinal/epidural blood clots, and Dizziness. This is not a complete list — tell your doctor or pharmacist about any side effects you experience.

Yes. Xarelto 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 Xarelto is rivaroxaban, which belongs to a class of medicines known as Factor Xa Inhibitor.

Xarelto is manufactured by Janssen/Bayer. It was first approved in 2011.

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