Change from Abixiban to Rivaroxaban

[JC162]

Morning all.I don't often post but love reading all your posts as I find them so helpful and reassuring.

I've had 3 ablations in the past but AF still causing issues. I'm seeing Cardiology beginning of Oct 24 to discuss next options. I'm 53 female.

My worry at the moment is being changed from Abixiban to Rivaroxaban. This is due to none of our local chemist's (7) are able to get Abixiban. Therefore my GP is switching my AC. Should I be concerned or just adjust to the new AC? I suffer a little anxiety as struggled with many of the heart meds over the years. GP said everything will be fine as its more important to have the ACs than not.

I'm probably worrying over nothing.

Thanks for reading and have a lovely bank holiday.

J

[BobD Volunteer]

The only comment I will make is that Rivaroxaban needs to be taken with a full meal containing fat and protein. A cup of coffee and a biscuit for breakfast is not enough.

[JC162 in reply to BobD]

Thanks Bob. Much appreciated. I normally have FF Greek yoghurt and fruit.

[CDreamer in reply to JC162]

Not enough - take with your main meal which contains protein and fat.

As far as I am aware no issues with generic supplies, if the brand is specified that may make difficulties - to do with the NHS pharmacy system which I came across on one occasion. Dabigatran tends to have more supply issues, OH is currently changing to Apixaban.

[JC162 in reply to CDreamer]

Cheers. Will take with main meal. I use generic brand of Abixiban. One pharmacist said he was aware of issues with this AC and other medication.

[cassie46]

I have been on Rivaroxaban for 10 years. I take it after my main meal of the day which is in the evening. I have had no problems.

[JC162 in reply to cassie46]

Thank you for the reassurance.

[meadfoot]

I have been on rivaroxaban for twelve years. No problem. I take mine with my evening meal.

[JC162 in reply to meadfoot]

Thank you.

[Cavalierrubie]

l am sure you will be ok, but understand your concern. It’s not something we expect and can cause much stress. See how you go, but there are lots to try. 🥰

[JC162 in reply to Cavalierrubie]

Thank you. I've never had issues with Abixiban just struggling to get it where I live hence the change.

[Cavalierrubie in reply to JC162]

I would think having no issues with Apixaban the transition would be ok. I don’t think there is much difference as they all do the job. Try not to worry as long as you are protected.

[JC162 in reply to Cavalierrubie]

You have given me assurance all will be ok. Thank you

[Jim987]

This is nonsense. Tell the pharmacist you are allergic to the rest of the DOACs, to pull his finger out and failing that you will sue him. You can say I told you to say this. Not a doctor.

[jeanjeannie50]

I would ring the drug manufacturer of your pills and ask if there is a problem with their Apixaban supply. I have done this several times in the past and am usually given the names of nearby wholesalers who have it in stock and can supply pharmacies. I tell the pharmacy and they order it in from there.

It does annoy me when pharmacies know that you have a certain drug and don't order it again after giving you your supply.

I changed to going to Boots chemist quite a while ago and now have had no problems with the supply of any of my medications.

Jean

[JC162]

Thanks

[pd63]

On apixaban, no supply issues since started 4 yrs ago