Eliquis® Tablets for Atrial Fibrillation

This prescription anticoagulant tablet helps prevent and treat harmful blood clots. It is commonly used to lower stroke risk in atrial fibrillation and to manage DVT and PE. With US shipping from Canada, you can review options and compare costs without insurance.

What Eliquis Is and How It Works

Border Free Health connects U.S. patients with licensed Canadian partner pharmacies; prescriptions are verified with prescribers before dispensing.

Eliquis® contains apixaban, a direct Factor Xa inhibitor. By reducing Factor Xa activity, it lowers thrombin generation and clot formation. This medicine is used for nonvalvular atrial fibrillation, treatment of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, and prevention of clots after certain joint surgeries.

You may see this therapy described as part of the DOAC class. It is taken by mouth and does not require routine INR monitoring. For an overview of the mechanism, see How Apixaban Treats.

Many patients are dispensed Apixaban 5 mg tablets for commonly labeled uses. Final selection depends on your diagnosis and prescriber guidance.

Who It’s For

This medicine is indicated to reduce the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in adults with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation. It is also used to treat DVT and PE, and to help prevent recurrent DVT and PE after initial therapy. After hip or knee replacement, it may be used to reduce postoperative clot risk.

People with active pathological bleeding should not take this treatment. Those with artificial heart valves, severe liver disease, or a history of spinal procedures require careful assessment. If you live with atrial fibrillation, visit our condition page for context: Atrial Fibrillation.

Some patients use Apixaban 2.5 mg tablets based on clinical criteria set out on the official label. Your prescriber decides the appropriate regimen.

Dosage and Usage

Follow the dosing on your prescription label. For nonvalvular atrial fibrillation, the typical schedule is twice daily. For acute DVT or PE, an initial higher dosing phase may be followed by twice-daily maintenance. After knee or hip replacement, therapy often starts 12 to 24 hours after surgery and continues for a defined period. Tablets can be taken with or without food.

Swallow the tablet whole with water. If swallowing is difficult, the product information describes options for crushing and mixing with specific vehicles. For some clinical scenarios, clinicians prescribe Eliquis 2.5 mg tablets; your healthcare professional will determine that need. Always review the FDA label for complete instructions.

Strengths and Forms

This treatment is supplied as film‑coated oral tablets. The commonly available strengths are:

• Eliquis 5 mg tablets
• Apixaban 2.5 mg tablets

Packaging and tablet color may vary by manufacturer lot and country of origin. Availability can differ by pharmacy partner.

Missed Dose and Timing

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember on the same day. Then resume your normal twice‑daily schedule. Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for a missed tablet. Consistent timing helps maintain steady anticoagulant effect.

Storage and Travel Basics

Store tablets at room temperature in a dry place, away from moisture and direct light. Keep the medicine in the original container with the label intact. Use child‑resistant storage and keep out of reach of children and pets. When traveling, carry your prescription, keep the bottle in hand luggage, and bring enough supply to cover your trip plus extra days in case of delays.

For international travel, pack a copy of your prescription and your prescriber’s contact information. A simple daily reminder on your phone can help maintain regular dosing while crossing time zones.

Pen Handling and Sharps Disposal

Not applicable. This therapy is supplied as oral tablets and does not use an injector or pen device.

Benefits

This anticoagulant offers oral dosing without routine INR checks for most users. It has fewer dietary limitations compared with vitamin K antagonists. Twice‑daily administration can support consistent blood levels. For broader context on heart and vascular options, explore our Cardiovascular category.

Side Effects and Safety

• Minor bleeding: easy bruising, nosebleeds, gum bleeding
• Gastrointestinal upset: nausea, stomach discomfort
• Tiredness: fatigue or weakness in some users
• Skin changes: rash or itch in rare cases

Serious bleeding can occur, including gastrointestinal or intracranial bleeding. Spinal or epidural hematomas have been reported in patients receiving neuraxial anesthesia or undergoing spinal puncture. Seek medical help for signs of severe bleeding, sudden weakness, severe headache, or allergic reactions. Review additional safety details here: Apixaban Side Effects.

Drug Interactions and Cautions

Strong dual CYP3A4 and P‑gp inhibitors can increase exposure. Strong inducers can reduce effect. Combining with other agents that affect hemostasis, such as antiplatelets, NSAIDs, thrombolytics, or other anticoagulants, may raise bleeding risk. SSRIs and SNRIs may also increase bleeding tendency. Use caution in significant renal or hepatic impairment. Discuss pregnancy and breastfeeding with your clinician.

What to Expect Over Time

Anticoagulant effect starts promptly when taken as directed. You should not expect routine coagulation monitoring for dose guidance. Many people focus on adherence, recognizing that missed tablets may reduce protection. Do not stop this medicine without talking to your prescriber, because abrupt interruption can increase clot risk. Keep all appointments and report any bleeding symptoms.

Compare With Alternatives

Other approved options include rivaroxaban and warfarin. Each has distinct dosing, monitoring, and use considerations. Explore alternatives we carry:

• rivaroxaban — a once‑daily Factor Xa inhibitor for several indications
• warfarin — a vitamin K antagonist that requires INR monitoring

For background reading on class differences, you may also find this helpful: Xarelto Vs Apixaban.

Pricing and Access

We offer Eliquis Canadian pricing with transparent listings so you can compare options. Many patients review 2.5 mg and 5 mg pricing from Canada alongside local pharmacy quotes. If you pay without insurance, our pages show clear unit pricing and typical cash‑pay context. For additional context on out‑of‑pocket considerations, see Apixaban Cost.

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Availability and Substitutions

Supply can vary by strength or pack size. If a specific SKU is temporarily unavailable, your prescriber may recommend an alternative option or an equivalent strength that fits your regimen. We cannot provide restock dates, but we will show current availability on each product page.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

This therapy may suit adults who need oral anticoagulation for nonvalvular atrial fibrillation, DVT, or PE, and who are not experiencing active bleeding. It may not be suitable if you have certain liver conditions or recent spinal procedures without specialist assessment. To help with affordability, consider:

• Multi‑month fills: fewer refills and potential per‑unit savings
• Timing refills: reorder before the last week to avoid gaps
• Strength check: confirm the intended tablet strength to avoid returns
• Travel buffer: keep extra doses for trips and emergencies
• Cost review: compare monthly costs and cash price listings

Questions to Ask Your Clinician

• My indication: which dose schedule is right for my condition
• Bleeding risk: what symptoms should prompt urgent review
• Procedures: how to manage therapy around surgeries and dental work
• Other medicines: which drugs or supplements may raise bleeding risk
• Duration: how long might I need anticoagulation for this diagnosis

Authoritative Sources

FDA Prescribing Information | DailyMed Monograph | Health Canada DPD

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