{"id":634200,"date":"2025-11-05T10:34:26","date_gmt":"2025-11-05T15:34:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=634200"},"modified":"2026-02-02T16:24:34","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T21:24:34","slug":"how-to-take-eliquis-for-dvt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/how-to-take-eliquis-for-dvt\/","title":{"rendered":"How to take Eliquis for DVT"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/eliquis\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eliquis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (apixaban) is a prescription <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/tag\/blood-thinners\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">blood thinner<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> known as a factor Xa inhibitor. It\u2019s approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat and prevent several types of blood clots in certain situations, including <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/deep-vein-thrombosis-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">deep vein thrombosis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (DVT) in adults. If your healthcare provider has suggested or prescribed Eliquis for DVT, this guide will help you understand the typical dosing schedule and how to take it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-eliqius-prescribed-for\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is Eliqius prescribed for?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eliquis is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/packageinserts.bms.com\/pi\/pi_eliquis.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDA approved<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the following uses:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventing DVT and pulmonary embolism (PE) in adults who have had hip or knee replacement surgery<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treating DVT and PE in adults<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing the risk of recurrent DVT and PE in adults after initial treatment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treating venous thromboembolism (VTE, which is a catch-all term that describes DVT, PE, and other conditions related to blood clots) in pediatric patients<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing the risk of VTE in pediatric patients after at least five days of initial treatment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing the risk of ischemic stroke (when a blood clot blocks blood flow to the brain, causing brain cells to die) in adults with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat not caused by a heart deformity)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing the risk of systemic embolism (when a blood clot travels along the bloodstream, gets stuck in a blood vessel, and blocks blood flow to part of the body) in adults with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthcare providers may also prescribe Eliquis <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/off-label-prescription-drugs\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">off-label<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when the medication offers a benefit that isn\u2019t recognized by the FDA. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/emberstreatmentcenter.com\/about\/our-staff\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elizabeth Rubin Ribak<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, MD, a clinical adviser at Embers Recovery in Phoenix, Arizona, says common off-label uses of Eliquis include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treating or reducing the risk of left ventricular thrombus (when a blood clot forms in the left ventricle of the heart)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treating or reducing the risk of cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (when a blood clot forms in a vein leading away from the brain)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treating or reducing the risk of cancer-associated thrombosis (people with malignant cancers are up to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK562222\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">seven times more likely<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to develop blood clots)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treating or reducing the risk of\u00a0 arterial thrombosis in peripheral artery disease (blood clots that form around a buildup of cholesterol in the arteries)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t<div id=\"coupon-cta\" class=\"coupon-cta master-template\">\n\t\t\t<p id=\"headline\">Save up to 80% on Eliquis with SingleCare<\/p>\n\t\t\t<p id=\"subheadline\">Different pharmacies offer different prices for the same medication. 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This higher initial dose helps to prevent existing clots from growing, and new clots can\u2019t form in the meantime. It doesn\u2019t dissolve the clot, though.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After seven days, the dose is typically reduced to 5 mg twice daily for up to six months. During this time, the body should reabsorb any existing clots. Large clots and clots located in \u201cdeep veins\u201d (those that run through muscles, far from the surface of the skin) tend to take the longest time to disappear.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIf a clot was triggered by something temporary\u2014like surgery\u2014we often stop Eliquis after three months,\u201d says <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/atlanticbrainandspine.org\/provider\/benitez\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ronald Benitez<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, MD, a board-certified cerebrovascular and neurointerventional neurosurgeon based in New Jersey. \u201cBut for patients with ongoing risk factors or unexplained clots, it\u2019s safer to stay on Eliquis long-term.\u201d Taking 2.5 mg of Eliquis twice daily helps prevent recurrent DVT.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The recommended dose of Eliquis to prevent DVT after hip or knee replacement surgery is 2.5 mg twice daily. It should be started 12\u201324 hours after the procedure and continued for 12 days in the case of knee replacement surgery and 35 days in the case of hip replacement surgery.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep in mind that these are general dosing guidelines. Your healthcare provider may also consider other factors, such as your medical history, body weight, and age, when determining a safe Eliquis dosage for DVT.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"eliqius-vs-alternatives-for-dvt\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eliqius vs. alternatives for DVT<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eliquis is a safer and more convenient DVT treatment than many other anticoagulants. Here\u2019s why:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular blood monitoring isn\u2019t required, unlike with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/warfarin-sodium\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">warfarin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eliquis doesn\u2019t need to be taken with food, unlike <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/xarelto\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Xarelto<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (rivaroxaban), which should be taken with food.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No diet restrictions are necessary, unlike with warfarin, which requires a consistent amount of vitamin K foods.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some blood thinners need to be taken along with aspirin, but Eliquis does not.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eliquis is taken orally, unlike some injection-only anticoagulants, like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/heparin-sodium-porcine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">heparin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eliquis also has a lower risk of bleeding than other medications in its drug class, including Xarelto. If severe bleeding does occur, an injection of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/andexxa\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Andexxa<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (andexanet alfa) can reverse Eliquis\u2019 effects and allow blood to clot normally.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the downside, Eliquis <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/eliquis-without-insurance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can be more expensive<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> than alternatives. Even with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription-discount-card\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SingleCare prescription discount card<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a one-month supply of Eliquis costs about $398 for 28, 5 mg tablets. Some other blood thinners, especially those available in generic form, can be less expensive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/eliquis-alternatives\/\"><b>Eliquis alternatives: What can I take instead of Eliquis?<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"safety-considerations-when-taking-eliqius-for-dvt\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety considerations when taking Eliqius for DVT<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eliquis isn\u2019t right for everyone. Here are some things to keep in mind when talking to a healthcare professional about DVT treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"1-increased-risk-of-bleeding\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Increased risk of bleeding<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe biggest safety discussion is bleeding risk\u2014especially if patients are older or on other blood thinners,\u201d Dr. Benitez says. The risk of severe bleeding is lower with Eliquis than with other DVT medications, but it\u2019s still possible to experience significant blood loss from a minor cut, a nosebleed, or a menstrual cycle while taking this drug.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another worry is internal bleeding. If you fall, hit your head, or experience some other trauma while taking Eliquis, <\/span><b>seek emergency medical attention.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/internal-bleeding\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">signs of internal bleeding<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bloody stools (may appear black or tarry)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bloody urine\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vomiting blood or debris that looks like coffee grounds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coughing up blood or debris that looks like coffee grounds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prolonged nosebleed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood coming out of the ears<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confusion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weakness on one side of the body<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seizures\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Severe headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vision problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficulty breathing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chest pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swelling and pain in the abdomen<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abdominal bruising<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nausea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rapid heart rate<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Internal bleeding is a medical emergency. <\/span><b>If you experience the above symptoms, call 911<\/b> <b>or have someone take you to the<\/b> <b>nearest emergency room<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"2-contraindications-and-cautions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Contraindications and cautions<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eliquis isn\u2019t recommended for people who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have severe liver problems. It also shouldn\u2019t be taken by people with mechanical heart valves or triple-positive antiphospholipid syndrome. People who have active bleeds should not take Eliquis, and those who are allergic to apixaban or any ingredient in the medication should not take Eliquis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"3-dosage-guidelines\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Dosage guidelines<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking Eliquis exactly as prescribed is critical to ensure your long-term safety. Too much Eliquis increases the risk of uncontrollable bleeding, which is why the higher initial dose is limited to just seven days. On the other hand, too little Eliquis doesn\u2019t effectively prevent clots, so it\u2019s important not to skip a dose.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s okay to take Eliquis later than usual <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/what-happens-if-you-miss-a-dose-of-blood-thinner\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">if you forget a dose<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but don\u2019t take two pills at a time. For example:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you forget to take your morning dose of Eliquis but remember it around lunch time, go ahead and take the missed dose. Take your evening dose as usual.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you forget the morning dose but don\u2019t remember until about 5 p.m., skip the missed dose and just take your evening dose as usual.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you miss a dose and you\u2019re not sure what to do, check with your healthcare provider.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/eliquis-starter-pack-directions\/\"><b>Eliquis starter pack directions<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"4-drug-interactions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Drug interactions<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medications known as combined P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors tend to interact with Eliquis and make it difficult for the body to process and eliminate it. This makes Eliquis more potent and can increase the risk of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/eliquis-side-effects\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Combined P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors include some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/antifungals\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">antifungals<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, HIV protease inhibitors, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/calcium-channel-blockers\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">calcium channel blockers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, among many others.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A group of drugs called combined P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inducers may decrease the amount of Eliquis in the bloodstream, making it less effective. This increases the risk of recurrent DVT. Some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/anticonvulsants\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">anticonvulsants<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> fall into this category.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your healthcare provider will evaluate your current medications to identify potential interactions. Some herbal supplements, like St. John\u2019s wort, may also interact with Eliquis, so be sure to tell them about everything you take, including Rx and OTC medicines, vitamins, and supplements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"bottom-line\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bottom line<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Eliquis dosage for DVT starts higher to immediately stop the growth of the blood clot. After a week, the dose is scaled back to a more sustainable amount for six months. If your healthcare provider recommends staying on Eliquis for long-term DVT prevention, the dose will typically be reduced even further.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eliquis is a popular anticoagulant because it\u2019s convenient, effective, and considered safer than other options, but it can still have risks. Talk to your healthcare provider to make sure the benefits of taking Eliquis for DVT outweigh the risks.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Eliquis (apixaban) is a prescription blood thinner known as a factor Xa inhibitor. It\u2019s approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat and prevent several types of blood clots in certain situations, including deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in adults. 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