Rivalto 15mg Tablet

Rivalto 15mg Tablet contains Rivaroxaban 15 mg, an oral anticoagulant medicine used to prevent and treat blood clots. It belongs to a class of drugs called Factor Xa inhibitors. This medicine helps reduce the risk of stroke, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and pulmonary embolism (PE). It is commonly prescribed after knee or hip replacement surgeries and for people with irregular heartbeats (atrial fibrillation). By improving blood flow, it helps protect vital organs and supports long-term heart and vascular health.

Uses of Rivalto 15mg Tablet

• Prevents stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation
• Treats and prevents deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
• Used for pulmonary embolism (PE)
• Prevents blood clots after hip or knee surgery
• Reduces risk of recurrence of clots

How Rivalto 15mg Tablet works

Rivalto 15mg Tablet works by directly blocking Factor Xa, an enzyme important for blood clot formation. By stopping this enzyme, the medicine slows down the body’s ability to form clots. This helps reduce the risk of harmful clots in the heart, lungs, or legs while maintaining smoother blood circulation.

Benefits of Rivalto 15mg Tablet

• Reduces risk of stroke and clots
• Convenient once-daily dosing
• No need for routine blood tests
• Fast and consistent action
• Helpful for long-term clot prevention

How to take Rivalto 15mg Tablet

Take Rivalto 15mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Usually, it is taken once or twice daily with food, depending on the condition being treated. Swallow the tablet whole with water at the same time every day. Do not skip doses or stop taking it without medical advice, as this may increase the risk of a clot.

Side effects of Rivalto 15mg Tablet

• Common: Bleeding gums, nosebleeds, easy bruising, nausea
• Severe: Heavy bleeding, blood in urine or stool, dizziness, severe headache

Safety advice

• Not suitable for patients with active bleeding
• Inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease
• Avoid alcohol and other blood thinners
• Inform healthcare providers before any surgery
• Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless advised by a doctor

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is Rivalto 15mg Tablet used for?
A: It is used to prevent and treat blood clots and reduce the risk of stroke in people with atrial fibrillation.

Q: Can Rivalto 15mg Tablet be taken with food?
A: Yes, it should be taken with food to improve absorption and reduce stomach upset.

Q: Is regular blood monitoring needed with Rivalto 15mg Tablet?
A: No, unlike older anticoagulants, Rivalto 15mg Tablet does not require routine blood monitoring.

Q: What if I miss a dose of Rivalto 15mg Tablet?
A: Take it as soon as you remember, but skip it if it’s almost time for the next dose. Do not double the dose.

Q: Can I stop taking Rivalto 15mg Tablet once I feel better?
A: No, always complete the full treatment course or follow your doctor’s guidance to prevent clot recurrence.