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By Laura Bergin

               Generic Name: Apixaban

               Brand names: Eliquis

               Side effects/precautions:
               Easy bruising, skin rash, Allergic reactions, Fainting, Nausea.  Apixaban is not recommended in
               children and adolescents.  Should be discontinued if severe haemorrhage occurs
               Apixaban is not recommended during pregnancy.  Contraindicated in patients with hepatic disease

               Interactions:

               Anticoagulants, platelet aggregation inhibitors and NSAIDs.

               Reasons for interactions:
               Increased bleeding risk.









































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