How should I use Xarelto Starter Pack?

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take it more often than directed. Do not stop taking except on your doctor''s advice. Stopping this medicine may increase your risk of a blood clot. Be sure to refill your prescription before you run out of medicine.

If you are taking this medicine after hip or knee replacement surgery, take it with or without food. If you are taking this medicine for atrial fibrillation, take it with your evening meal. If you are taking this medicine to treat blood clots, take it with food at the same time each day. If you are unable to swallow your tablet, you may crush the tablet and mix it in applesauce. Then, immediately eat the applesauce. You should eat more food right after you eat the applesauce containing the crushed tablet.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of Xarelto Starter Pack contact a poison control center or emergency room at once. NOTE: Xarelto Starter Pack is only for you. Do not share Xarelto Starter Pack with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.