Apixaban 5 mg is an oral anticoagulant medication used to prevent and treat harmful blood clots. It belongs to a class of medicines known as direct Factor Xa inhibitors. Apixaban works by selectively blocking Factor Xa, an essential component in the blood clotting process, thereby reducing the risk of clot formation. Apixaban 5 mg is commonly prescribed for: Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) Treatment of pulmonary embolism (PE) Prevention of recurrent DVT and PE Prevention of blood clots after hip or knee replacement surgery Compared to traditional anticoagulants, Apixaban offers predictable anticoagulation, does not require routine INR monitoring, and has fewer dietary restrictions.
