Who should not take Xarelto?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Pharmacy

You should not take Xarelto (rivaroxaban) if you have a condition that causes abnormal bleeding or if you're allergic to rivaroxaban.

Other conditions and situations that may affect your decision to take Xarelto include:

a liver or kidney problem
spinal anesthesia, such as an epidural. If you are planning joint replacement surgery, discuss anesthesia alternatives with your doctor and/or anesthesiologist.
the possibility that you may need a spinal tap
having an artificial heart valve
pregnancy or plans to become pregnant
breastfeeding

If your doctor has prescribed Xarelto to prevent a deep vein thrombosis following joint replacement or any other type of surgery and you know you have atrial fibrillation -- a common type of abnormal heart rhythm -- tell your doctor: You may need to take special precautions while taking Xarelto.

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