Cardiovascular
Apixaban
Eliquis
Generic nameApixaban
Brand nameEliquis
Medication classDirect oral anticoagulant
Typical adult example5 mg
FrequencyBID
Common uses
Recognition cues
- Atrial fibrillation
- DVT/PE treatment/prevention
EMS relevance
Assessment context
- Anticoagulant - major relevance to trauma/head strike/bleeding.