Alixaban Brand - Eliquis vz Sandoz

[KathFrances]

Hi

I've been on Eliquis for some years, but today the Superdrug pharmacy where I get my prescriptions just gave me the Sandoz version of Apixaban instead of my usual Eliquis.

She said that they can no longer get a specific make - they just use whatever brand they're sent.

Has anyone had any issues with the Sandoz make of Apixaban?

I don't mind changing, as presumably the Sandoz one is cheaper for the NHS, but would like to know if it's caused problems for anyone.

Thanks.

[CatsHaveStaff]

hi,

Now you mention it I have also been prescribed the Sandoz version of apixaban rather than the eliquis version.

I can honestly say that I have not noticed any issues with the new version

[KathFrances in reply to CatsHaveStaff]

Thanks - that's encouraging!

[wilsond]

I have had several different manufacturers, Sandon ,Eliquis and another one. No difference to my experience. If it came in a plain box I'd not know!Xx

[KathFrances in reply to wilsond]

That's great news, thanks.

[bantam12]

No problem at all with Sandoz.

[KathFrances in reply to bantam12]

Glad to hear!

[BabsJ]

I've had no problems with Sandoz

[KathFrances in reply to BabsJ]

Thank you!

[Buzby62]

Never noticed any difference, I believe most places in the UK changed to generic brands at the end of 2022 when the patent rules were lifted. I never had Eliquis again after that and had a few different ones including Teva and Sandoz without noticing any problems.

Best wishes

[KathFrances]

Thank you!

[Ppiman]

They should be identical, with both being tested to the same strict and comprehensive pharmacopoeial quality control standards; indeed, if there is any formula variation allowed within these, then both products would be allowed to do this.

Steve

[Ducky2003]

There have been previous questions about this (see the search facility). I've not experienced a problem but you may wish to look back at others experiences.

[CDreamer]

No difference, no problems with any of the Apixaban generics.

[JC162]

Hi. I've had Sandox along with many other brands and no issues whatsoever. My current one is from Stada, which was a different one again but still no issues.

[BevCynfelyn]

Absolutely no issues with generic abixaban of any make.

[TamlaMotown]

Hi, no problem with any of the generic brands

[Visigoth]

I’ve had no problem at all with any of the brands, and I’ve had quite a few!

[tcpace]

Good to hear that no one seems to have a problem with the various generic Apixaban products. However, my wife definitely had issues with Teva - she became very neurotic and emotional, couldn't stop crying. Things instantly reverted to normal when she got back on to Eliquis. Her prescriptions now specifically state Eliquis. Hopefully they won't suddenly change to a generic.

[KathFrances]

That's helpful to know, thanks for replying.

[Desanthony]

My pharmacy manages to get Sandoz more regularly now than Eliquis and it has made no difference to me.