XARELTO
Rivaroxaban · KIT · Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
XARELTO is a kit containing rivaroxaban. Manufactured by Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc..
Key Facts
- Brand Name
- XARELTO
- Generic Name
- Rivaroxaban
- NDC Code (Product)
50458-584- Manufacturer
- Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
- Dosage Form
- KIT
- Marketing Status
- Application #
- NDA022406
- Drug Class
- Factor Xa Inhibitor [EPC]
- Marketing Start
- 09/16/2014
Recall History
Janssen Ortho L.L.C.
Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: Consumer complaint confirmed microbial contamination in sales sample.
Side Effects Reported to FDA
FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects
Full Prescribing Information
Indications & Usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE XARELTO is a factor Xa inhibitor indicated: to reduce risk of stroke and systemic embolism in nonvalvular atrial fibrillation ( 1.1 ) for treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) ( 1.2 ) for treatment of pulmonary embolism (PE) ( 1.3 ) for reduction in the risk of recurrence of DVT or PE ( 1.4 ) for the prophylaxis of DVT, which may lead to PE in patients undergoing knee or hip replacement surgery ( 1.5 ) for prophylaxis of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in acutely ill medical patients ( 1.6 ) to reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) ( 1.7 ) to reduce the risk of major thrombotic vascular events in patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD), including patients after recent lower extremity revascularization due to symptomatic PAD ( 1.8 ) for treatment of VTE and reduction in the risk of recurrent VTE in pediatric patients from birth to less than 18 years ( 1.9 ) for thromboprophylaxis in pediatric patients 2 years and older with congenital heart disease after the Fontan procedure ( 1.10 ) 1.1 Reduction of Risk of Stroke and Systemic Embolism in Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation XARELTO is indicated to redu…
Dosage & Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation : 15 or 20 mg, once daily with food ( 2.1 ) Treatment of DVT and/or PE : 15 mg orally twice daily with food for the first 21 days followed by 20 mg orally once daily with food for the remaining treatment ( 2.1 ) Reduction in the Risk of Recurrence of DVT and/or PE in patients at continued risk for DVT and/or PE : 10 mg once daily with or without food, after at least 6 months of standard anticoagulant treatment ( 2.1 ) Prophylaxis of DVT Following Hip or Knee Replacement Surgery : 10 mg orally once daily with or without food ( 2.1 ) Prophylaxis of VTE in Acutely Ill Medical Patients at Risk for Thromboembolic Complications Not at High Risk of Bleeding : 10 mg once daily, with or without food, in hospital and after hospital discharge for a total recommended duration of 31 to 39 days ( 2.1 ) CAD or PAD : 2.5 mg orally twice daily with or without food, in combination with aspirin (75–100 mg) once daily ( 2.1 ) Pediatric Patients: See dosing recommendations in the Full Prescribing Information ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage in Adults Table 1: Recommended Dosage in Adults Indication Renal Considerations Calculate CrCl based on ac…
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS XARELTO is contraindicated in patients with: active pathological bleeding [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] severe hypersensitivity reaction to XARELTO (e.g., anaphylactic reactions) [see Adverse Reactions (6.2) ] Active pathological bleeding ( 4 ) Severe hypersensitivity reaction to XARELTO ( 4 )
Drug Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Avoid combined P-gp and strong CYP3A inhibitors and inducers ( 7.2 , 7.3 ) Anticoagulants: Avoid concomitant use ( 7.4 ) 7.1 General Inhibition and Induction Properties Rivaroxaban is a substrate of CYP3A4/5, CYP2J2, and the P-gp and ATP-binding cassette G2 (ABCG2) transporters, the latter also known as breast cancer resistance protein (BCRP). Combined P-gp and strong CYP3A inhibitors increase exposure to rivaroxaban and may increase the risk of bleeding. Combined P-gp and strong CYP3A inducers decrease exposure to rivaroxaban and may increase the risk of thromboembolic events. 7.2 Drugs that Inhibit Cytochrome P450 3A Enzymes and Drug Transport Systems Interaction with Combined P-gp and Strong CYP3A Inhibitors Avoid concomitant administration of XARELTO with known combined P-gp and strong CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole and ritonavir) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Although clarithromycin is a combined P-gp and strong CYP3A inhibitor, pharmacokinetic data suggests that no precautions are necessary with concomitant administration with XARELTO as the change in exposure is unlikely to affect the bleeding risk [see Cli…
Adverse Reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are also discussed in other sections of the labeling: Increased Risk of Stroke After Discontinuation in Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation [see Boxed Warning and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Bleeding Risk [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2 , 5.4 , 5.5 , 5.6 , 5.7) ] Spinal/Epidural Hematoma [see Boxed Warning and Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] The most common adverse reaction (>5%) in adult patients was bleeding ( 6.1 ) The most common adverse reactions (>10%) in pediatric patients were bleeding, cough, vomiting, and gastroenteritis ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. at 1-800-526-7736 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice. During clinical development for the approved indications, 34,947 adult patients were exposed to XARELTO. Hemorrhage The most c…
Frequently Asked Questions
What is XARELTO used for?
XARELTO contains Rivaroxaban. It is a kit taken as directed. Consult your doctor for specific uses.
Is XARELTO a controlled substance?
XARELTO is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.
What is the generic name for XARELTO?
The generic name for XARELTO is Rivaroxaban. There are 11 other brand versions of Rivaroxaban.
What is the NDC code for XARELTO ?
The NDC (National Drug Code) for XARELTO is 50458-584, listed by Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc..