Rivabel Tablet 20 Milligrams (Rivaroxaban)

Adult dose

This medicine 10 mg may be taken with or without food, while 15 mg and 20 mg should be taken with food. 1) Reduction in the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation The recommended dose of this medicine is 20 mg once daily. The recommended dose for patients with moderate renal impairment (creatinine clearance 30-49 mL/min) is 15 mg once daily. The maximum daily dose of this medicine is 20 mg. There is limited experience with concomitant administration of rivaroxaban 15mg once daily [10mg once daily for patients with moderate renal impairment (creatinine clearance 30-49 mL/min)] and a P2Y12 inhibitor for up to 12 months in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation who have undergone percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) with stent placement. (See '12. Clinical Trial Information') 2) Treatment of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism/reduction in the risk of recurrence of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism The recommended initial dose of this medicine for the treatment of acute deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism is 15 mg twice daily for the first 3 weeks. Thereafter, the recommended maintenance dose for the treatment of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, and the recommended dose for reducing the risk of recurrence, is 20 mg once daily. After completing treatment (at least 6 months) for deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism, the recommended dose for extended treatment to reduce the risk of recurrence is 10mg once daily. The duration and dose of treatment should be determined after individual assessment of the risk of recurrence of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism versus the risk of bleeding. Treatment period Dosing frequency Daily dose Treatment of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism and reduction in the risk of recurrence Days 1-21 15mg twice daily 30mg From day 22 20mg once daily 20mg Reduction in the risk of recurrence of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism After at least 6 months of treatment 10mg once daily 10mg The maximum daily dose of this medicine is 30 mg during the first 3 weeks of treatment and 20 mg thereafter. 3) Prevention of venous thromboembolism in adult patients who have undergone major orthopedic surgery of the lower limbs (knee or hip replacement) The recommended dose of this medicine is 10 mg once daily. The initial dose should be started 6~10 hours after surgery, once hemostasis has been confirmed. The duration of treatment depends on each patient's risk of venous thromboembolism according to the type of surgery; however, a treatment period of 5 weeks is recommended for patients undergoing hip replacement and 2 weeks for patients undergoing knee replacement. 4) If you forget to take this medicine If you forget to take this medicine, take the missed dose as follows. ① Patients taking 15 mg twice daily: Take this medicine immediately; in this case, two 15 mg tablets may be taken at one time. Starting the next day, continue taking 15 mg twice daily. ② Patients taking 10, 15, or 20 mg once daily: Take the missed dose immediately. Starting the next day, continue taking one tablet once daily. The daily dose must not be doubled to make up for a missed dose. 2. Switching medications 1) Switching from a vitamin K antagonist to this medicine ① Reduction in the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation Discontinue treatment with the vitamin K antagonist and start taking this medicine when the International Normalized Ratio (INR) is ≤ 3.0. ② Treatment of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism/reduction in the risk of recurrence of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism Discontinue treatment with the vitamin K antagonist and start taking this medicine when the INR is ≤ 2.5. Regardless of the dose, INR values will be falsely elevated after taking this medicine. INR should not be used because it is not suitable for measuring the anticoagulant activity of this medicine. 2) Switching from this medicine to a vitamin K antagonist Inadequate anticoagulation may occur while switching from this medicine to a vitamin K antagonist. Adequate anticoagulation should be maintained continuously when switching to another anticoagulant. Note that this medicine may affect INR elevation. Patients switching from this medicine to a vitamin K antagonist should take the vitamin K antagonist concomitantly until the INR is ≥2.0. For the first 2 days after switching, administer the standard dose of the vitamin K antagonist, and thereafter administer a dose based on INR testing. However, in patients receiving this medicine and a vitamin K antagonist concomitantly, INR should not be tested until 24 hours after taking this medicine. Once this medicine is discontinued, INR may be tested 24 hours after the last dose. 3) Switching from a parenteral anticoagulant to this medicine In patients receiving a parenteral anticoagulant, start this medicine 0~2 hours before the time of the next scheduled parenteral dose (e.g., low-molecular-weight heparin), or at the time of discontinuation of a continuously administered parenteral agent (e.g., intravenous unfractionated heparin). 4) Switching from this medicine to a parenteral anticoagulant Discontinue this medicine and start the parenteral anticoagulant at the time the next dose of this medicine would have been due. 3. Patients with renal impairment No dose adjustment is necessary in patients with mild renal impairment with a creatinine clearance of 50-80 mL/min. Limited clinical experience in patients with severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance 15-29 mL/min) indicates that plasma concentrations of this medicine were significantly increased; therefore, this medicine should be administered with caution. Use of this medicine is not recommended in patients with severe renal impairment with a creatinine clearance below 15 mL/min, as there is no clinical experience in these patients. 1) Reduction in the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation The recommended dose for patients with moderate renal impairment (creatinine clearance 30-49 mL/min) and severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance 15-29 mL/min) is 15 mg once daily. 2) Treatment of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism / reduction in the risk of recurrence of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism / prevention of venous thromboembolism in adult patients who have undergone major orthopedic surgery of the lower limbs (knee or hip replacement) No dose adjustment is necessary in patients with moderate renal impairment (creatinine clearance 30-49 mL/min). 4. Patients with hepatic impairment Avoid administering this medicine to patients with liver disease associated with coagulopathy and to patients with moderate (Child Pugh B) or severe (Child Pugh C) hepatic impairment. Increased exposure to this medicine and an increased risk of bleeding may occur in these patients. 5. Patients unable to swallow tablets, Immediately before use, this medicine may be crushed and mixed with water or a beverage such as applesauce for oral administration. This medicine may also be crushed and administered with a small amount of water through a gastrointestinal tube. Before administering this medicine through a gastrointestinal tube, confirm that the tube is properly positioned and flush the tube with water after administration.

This medication is used to prevent or treat blood clots by inhibiting blood coagulation. However, bleeding may occur during treatment, so signs of bleeding should be observed carefully. Particularly, if severe bleeding occurs, the use of this medication should be discontinued immediately. This medication should not be used in certain patients, such as those allergic to this drug or its components, those with an existing severe bleeding condition, those with severe liver dysfunction, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and patients with lactose intolerance. Additionally, recent gastrointestinal ulcers, patients who have undergone brain hemorrhage, brain or spinal surgery, and patients with high-risk bleeding malignancies should not take this medication. Caution is also required when used with other anticoagulants or certain antifungal agents. Patients with reduced kidney function or conditions with high bleeding risk should use this medication with caution, and they should follow a physician's instructions due to the increased risk of bleeding. The risk of bleeding may be heightened when using this medication with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or platelet aggregation inhibitors. Other side effects may include anemia, dyspepsia, headaches, dizziness, skin rashes, etc. If unusual symptoms arise, consult a doctor or pharmacist. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not use this medication, and women of childbearing age should ensure to use contraception while on this medication. Elderly patients may have higher blood drug concentrations due to reduced kidney function. Although specific dosage adjustments are unnecessary, the risk of bleeding may increase. Safety and efficacy for children and adolescents under 18 years of age have not been established and are not recommended. Overdosage can result in a very high risk of bleeding, necessitating immediate medical treatment. Caution should be taken when driving or operating machinery during treatment; if drowsiness or fainting symptoms occur, driving should be avoided. Prior to surgery or invasive procedures, this medication should be discontinued for a certain period, and in situations with a high risk of bleeding, appropriate measures should be taken in consultation with a doctor. This medication interacts with many other drugs, so if you are taking other medications, you should inform your healthcare provider. Symptoms related to bleeding, such as nosebleeds, gum bleeding, hematuria, black stools, sudden pain or swelling, should prompt immediate medical attention.

• Hemorrhage
• anemia
• thrombocytosis
• tachycardia
• ocular hemorrhage
• gingival bleeding
• gastrointestinal bleeding
• gastric pain
• abdominal pain
• dyspepsia

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture, ideally at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage maintains the medication's effectiveness and safety.

Appearance

Round film-coated tablet with a reddish brown color

Package unit

30 tablets/PTP [10 tablets/PTP packaging x 3], 100 tablets/PTP [10 tablets/PTP packaging x 10]