Dosing & Administration
Adult Dose
180 mg PO loading dose, then 90 mg BID for 1 year (then 60 mg BID).
Pediatric Dose
Not established.
Renal Adjustment
No adjustment necessary.
Hepatic Adjustment
Avoid in severe impairment.
Safety & Special Populations
Pregnancy Category
C
Lactation Safety
Not recommended.
Contraindications & Adverse Effects
Contraindications
- History of intracranial hemorrhage
- Active bleeding
Common Adverse Effects
- Bleeding
- Dyspnea
- Bradycardia