It's important to understand and feel confident taking your prescribed medications. Taking Eliquis correctly may improve treatment outcomes if you are at risk of blood clots or stroke.
Be sure to talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about taking Eliquis.
Nabila Ismail, PharmD, is a pharmacist, freelance medical writer, and marketing strategist. She graduated with a doctorate in pharmacy from the University at Buffalo.
References
Agrawal, A., et al. (2024). Apixaban. StatPearls.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company. (2012). ELIQUIS (apixaban) tablets for oral use [package insert].
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