Key facts about Savaysa
What is Savaysa?
Savaysa is the brand name for edoxaban and is available as an oral tablet.
What dosages is Savaysa available in?
Savaysa is available as a 15 mg, 30 mg, and 60 mg oral tablet.
What is Savaysa used for?
Savaysa is an oral blood thinner used to prevent a stroke and blood clots in people with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF). It is also used to treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) after 5 to 10 days of therapy with an injectable blood thinner.
How does Savaysa work?
Savaysa is is an anticoagulant (blood thinner) that works by stopping a protein called factor Xa. Factor Xa helps your body make clots. By blocking factor Xa, Savaysa helps prevent blood clots from forming. This lowers the risk of having blood clots that can lead to other problems like a stroke.
How do I take Savaysa?
The typical dose of Savaysa is one 60 mg tablet by mouth once a day. Some people might need to take a lower dose (one 30 mg tablet once a day). This includes people who have kidney problems.
Is it safe for me to take Savaysa?
Savaysa is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication in the following:
- Active bleeding
Savaysa Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Savaysa:
- Bleeding
- Anemia
- Rash
Savaysa Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Savaysa. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following:
- Serious bleeding or large loss of blood: frequent nosebleeds, severe weakness, confusion, coughing up blood, severe vomiting, bloody urine, dark and tarry stool
- Problems from bleeding around the spinal cord after spinal procedures: numbness, weakness, tingling or burning feeling in your back or legs, can’t control your bladder or bowel movements
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Savaysa
The following medications may interact with Savaysa:
- Anticoagulants
- Antiplatelets
- Thrombolytics
- Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
- Serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)
- Rifampin
Who makes Savaysa?
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.
Is Savaysa safe in pregnancy?
It is not known whether this medication is safe for you and your unborn baby during pregnancy. Talk to your doctor if you are already pregnant or if you have plans on becoming pregnant. They will recommend what is best for you.
