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Dabigatran etexilate Sandoz110 mg hard capsules EFG
dabigatran etexilate
Read all of this leaflet carefullybefore you start taking thismedicine,because it contains important informationfor you
Contents of the pack
5 Storage of Dabigatran etexilate Sandoz
Dabigatran etexilate Sandoz contains the active substance dabigatran etexilate and belongs to a group of medicines called anticoagulants. It works by blocking a substance in the body involved in the formation of blood clots.
Dabigatran etexilate is used in adults to:
Dabigatran etexilate is used in children to:
Do not take Dabigatran etexilate Sandoz
Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor before you start taking dabigatran etexilate. During treatment with this medicine, you may also need to talk to your doctor if you experience any symptoms or if you need to have surgery.
Tell your doctorif you have or have had any disorder or disease, especially any of the following:
Be careful with Dabigatran etexilate Sandoz
In this case, dabigatran etexilate should be temporarily stopped due to an increased risk of bleeding during and after surgery. It is very important that you take dabigatran etexilate before and after surgery exactly at the times indicated by your doctor,
Other medicines and Dabigatran etexilate Sandoz
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines. In particular, you must tell your doctor before taking dabigatran etexilate if you are taking any of the following medicines:
Pregnancy andbreast-feeding
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine.
The effects of dabigatran etexilate on pregnancy and the fetus are not known. You should not take this medicine if you are pregnant unless your doctor considers it necessary. If you are of childbearing potential, you should avoid becoming pregnant during treatment with dabigatran etexilate.
Breast-feeding is not recommended during treatment with dabigatran etexilate.
Driving and using machines
Dabigatran etexilate has no known effects on the ability to drive and use machines.
Dabigatran etexilate Sandozcontainssodium
This medicine contains less than 1 mmol of sodium (23 mg) per hard capsule; this is essentially "sodium-free".
Dabigatran etexilate capsules can be used in adults and children aged 8 years or older who are able to swallow the capsules whole. There are other pharmaceutical forms suitable for children under 12 years of age as soon as they are able to swallow soft foods.
Follow exactly the administration instructions of this medicine indicated by your doctor. In case of doubt, consult your doctor again.
Take Dabigatran etexilate Sandoz as recommended for the following situations:
Prevention of blood clot formation after knee or hip replacement surgery
The recommended dose is 220 mg once a day(administered in the form of 2 capsules of 110 mg).
If your renal function is decreasedby more than half or if you are 75 years of age or older, the recommended dose is 150 mg once a day(administered in the form of 2 capsules of 75 mg).
If you are using medicines containing amiodarone, quinidine, or verapamil, the recommended dose is 150 mg once a day(administered in the form of 2 capsules of 75 mg).
If you are using medicines containing verapamil and your renal function is decreasedby more than half, you should be indicated a reduced dose of dabigatran etexilate of 75 mgbecause your risk of bleeding may increase.
In both types of surgery, treatment should not be initiated if there is bleeding at the surgical site. If treatment cannot be initiated until the day after the operation, dosing should be initiated with 2 capsules once a day.
After akneereplacement
You should start treatment with dabigatran etexilate 1-4 hours after the operation, taking a single capsule. Then, 2 capsules should be taken once a day for a total of 10 days.
After ahipreplacement
You should start treatment with dabigatran etexilate 1-4 hours after the operation, taking a single capsule. Then, 2 capsules should be taken once a day for a total of 28-35 days.
Prevention of cerebral or systemic vascular obstruction by blood clot formation developed after abnormal heart rhythm and treatment of blood clots in the veins of your legs and lungs, including prevention of blood clots in the veins of your legs and lungs from reappearing
The recommended dose is 300 mg administered in the form of one 150 mg capsule twice a day.
If you are 80 years of age or older, the recommended dose is 220 mg administered in the form of one 110 mg capsule twice a day.
If you are using medicines containing verapamil, you should be indicated a reduced dose of dabigatran etexilate of 220 mg taken in the form of one 110 mg capsule twice a day, as your risk of bleeding may increase.
If you have a potentially higher risk of bleeding, your doctor may decide to prescribe a dose of 220 mg administered in the form of one 110 mg capsule twice a day.
You can continue taking this medicine if it is necessary to restore your normal heart rhythm through a procedure called cardioversion. Take dabigatran etexilate as your doctor has indicated.
If you have been fitted with a medical device (vascular endoprosthesis) in a blood vessel to keep it open in a procedure called percutaneous coronary intervention with vascular endoprosthesis placement, you may receive treatment with dabigatran etexilate once your doctor has decided that normal blood coagulation control has been achieved. Take dabigatran etexilate as your doctor has indicated.
Treatment of blood clots and prevention of blood clots from reappearing in children
Dabigatran etexilate should be taken twice a day,one dose in the morning and one dose in the evening, approximately at the same time every day. The administration interval should be as close as possible to 12 hours.
The recommended dose depends on weight and age. Your doctor will determine the correct dose. It is possible that your doctor will adjust the dose during treatment. Continue using all other medicines unless your doctor tells you to stop using any.
Table 1 shows the single doses and total daily doses of dabigatran etexilate in milligrams (mg). The doses depend on the weight in kilograms (kg) and the age in years of the patient.
Table 1: Dosage table for dabigatran etexilate capsules
Weight/Age Combinations | Single Dose in mg | Total Daily Dose in mg | |
Weight in kg | Age in years | ||
11 to less than 13 kg | 8 to less than 9 years | 75 | 150 |
13 to less than 16 kg | 8 to less than 11 years | 110 | 220 |
16 to less than 21 kg | 8 to less than 14 years | 110 | 220 |
21 to less than 26 kg | 8 to less than 16 years | 150 | 300 |
26 to less than 31 kg | 8 to less than 18 years | 150 | 300 |
31 to less than 41 kg | 8 to less than 18 years | 185 | 370 |
41 to less than 51 kg | 8 to less than 18 years | 220 | 440 |
51 to less than 61 kg | 8 to less than 18 years | 260 | 520 |
61 to less than 71 kg | 8 to less than 18 years | 300 | 600 |
71 to less than 81 kg | 8 to less than 18 years | 300 | 600 |
81 kg or more | 10 to less than 18 years | 300 | 600 |
Doses that require combinations of more than one capsule:
300 mg: | two 150 mg capsules or four 75 mg capsules |
260 mg: | one 110 mg capsule plus one 150 mg capsule or one 110 mg capsule plus two 75 mg capsules |
220 mg: | two 110 mg capsules |
185 mg: | one 75 mg capsule plus one 110 mg capsule |
150 mg: | one 150 mg capsule or two 75 mg capsules |
How to take Dabigatran etexilate Sandoz
Dabigatran etexilate can be taken with or without food. The capsule should be swallowed whole with a glass of water to ensure release in the stomach. Do not break, chew, or empty the contents of the capsule, as this may increase the risk of bleeding.
Instructions for the blister pack
Instructions for the bottle
Changing anticoagulant treatment
Do not change your anticoagulant treatment without specific instructions from your doctor.
If you take more Dabigatran etexilate Sandoz than you should
Taking too much of this medicine increases the risk of bleeding. Contact your doctor immediately if you have taken too many capsules. There are specific treatment options available.
In case of overdose or accidental ingestion, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately or call the Toxicology Information Service, phone: 91 562 04 20, indicating the medicine and the amount ingested.
If you forget to take Dabigatran etexilate Sandoz
Prevention of blood clot formation after knee or hip replacement surgery
Take the remaining daily doses of dabigatran etexilate at the same time the next day.
Do not take a double dose to make up for forgotten doses.
Use in adults: Prevention of cerebral or systemic vascular obstruction by blood clot formation developed after abnormal heart rhythm and treatment of blood clots in the veins of your legs and lungs, including prevention of blood clots in the veins of your legs and lungs from reappearing
Use in children: Treatment of blood clots and prevention of blood clots from reappearing
A forgotten dose can be taken up to 6 hours before the next dose.
A forgotten dose should be omitted if the time remaining before the next dose is less than 6 hours.
Do not take a double dose to make up for forgotten doses.
If you interrupt treatment with Dabigatran etexilate Sandoz
Take dabigatran etexilate exactly as prescribed. Do not interrupt your treatment with this medicine without consulting your doctor first, as the risk of developing a blood clot may be higher if you interrupt treatment too soon. Contact your doctor if you experience indigestion after taking dabigatran etexilate.
If you have any other questions about the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause adverse effects, although not all people suffer from them.
Dabigatran etexilate acts on blood coagulation; therefore, most adverse effects are related to signs such as bruising or bleeding. Major or severe bleeding episodes can occur, which are the most serious adverse effects and can cause disability, be potentially life-threatening, or even cause death, regardless of their location. In some cases, these bleedings may not be apparent.
If you experience any bleeding episode that does not stop by itself or if you experience signs of excessive bleeding (exceptional weakness, fatigue, paleness, dizziness, headache, or unexplained swelling), consult your doctor immediately. Your doctor may decide to keep you under close observation or change your medication.
Inform your doctor immediately if you experience a severe allergic reaction that causes difficulty breathing or dizziness.
The possible adverse effects are listed below, grouped according to their frequency of occurrence.
Prevention of blood clot formation after knee or hip replacement surgery.
Frequent(may affect up to 1 in 10 people):
Uncommon(may affect up to 1 in 100 people):
Rare(may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):
Frequency not known(frequency cannot be estimated from the available data):
Prevention of cerebral or systemic vascular obstruction by blood clot formation developed after abnormal heart rhythm
Frequent(may affect up to 1 in 10 people):
Uncommon(may affect up to 1 in 100 people):
Rare(may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):
Frequency not known(frequency cannot be estimated from the available data):
In a clinical trial, the rate of heart attacks with dabigatran etexilate was numerically higher than with warfarin. The overall incidence was low.
Treatment of blood clots in the veins of the legs and lungs, including prevention of recurrent blood clots in the veins of the legs and/or lungs
Frequent(may affect up to 1 in 10 people):
Uncommon(may affect up to 1 in 100 people):
Rare(may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):
Frequency not known(frequency cannot be estimated from the available data):
In the clinical trial program, the rate of heart attacks with dabigatran etexilate was higher than with warfarin. The overall incidence was low. No imbalance in the rate of heart attacks was observed in patients treated with dabigatran compared to patients treated with placebo.
Treatment of blood clots and prevention of recurrent blood clots in children
Frequent(may affect up to 1 in 10 people):
Uncommon(may affect up to 1 in 100 people):
Frequency not known(frequency cannot be estimated from the available data):
Reporting of Adverse Effects
If you experience any type of adverse effect, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if it is a possible adverse effect that is not listed in this leaflet. You can also report them directly through the Spanish Pharmacovigilance System for Human Use Medicines: https://www.notificaram.es. By reporting adverse effects, you can contribute to providing more information on the safety of this medicine.
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiration date stated on the packaging, blister, or bottle after CAD/EXP. The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated.
Blister and bottle
Store below 30°C.
Bottle
Once opened, the medicine must be used within 60 days.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Deposit the packaging and medicines you no longer need at the SIGRE collection point in your pharmacy. If in doubt, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and medicines you no longer need. This will help protect the environment.
Composition of Dabigatran Etexilate Sandoz
Appearance and Package Contents
Hard capsule.
Capsule size "1" with opaque white cap with the inscription "MD" and opaque white body with the inscription "110" in black ink, containing a mixture of white to light yellow pellets and a light yellow granulate.
Dabigatran Etexilate Sandoz is available in:
Opa/Al/desiccant PE-Al/PE blister packs containing 10, 30, 60, 100, 180, and 200 hard capsules.
Opa/Al/desiccant PE-Al/PE blister packs containing 10 x 1, 20 x 1, 30 x 1, 50 x 1, 60 x 1, 100 x 1, 180 x 1, and 200 x 1 hard capsules in perforated unit-dose blisters.
Multipack containing 3 packs of 60 x 1 hard capsules (180 hard capsules) in perforated unit-dose blisters Opa/Al/desiccant PE-Alu/PE.
Multipack containing 2 packs of 50 x 1 hard capsules (100 hard capsules) in perforated unit-dose blisters Opa/Al/desiccant PE-Alu/PE.
Polypropylene bottle with child-resistant screw cap containing a desiccant. Packs of 60 hard capsules (1 bottle), 120 hard capsules (2 bottles of 60 hard capsules), and 180 hard capsules (3 bottles of 60 hard capsules).
Do not ingest the desiccant.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer
Marketing Authorization Holder
Sandoz Farmacéutica, S.A.
Centro Empresarial Parque Norte
Edificio Roble
C/ Serrano Galvache, 56
28033 Madrid
Spain
Manufacturer
Salutas Pharma GmbH
Otto-von-Guericke-Allee 1,
Sachsen-Anhalt
39179 Barleben,
Germany
or
Pharmadox Healthcare LTD
KW20A Kordin Industrial Park,
Paola, PLA3000,
Malta
or
Lek Pharmaceuticals, d.d.
Verovskova Ulica 57,
Ljubljana, 1526,
Slovenia
Date of Last Revision of this Leaflet: 09/2024
Detailed information on this medicine is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) http://www.aemps.gob.es/
The average price of DABIGATRAN ETEXILATE SANDOZ 110 mg HARD CAPSULES in November, 2025 is around 5.51 EUR. Prices may vary depending on the region, pharmacy, and whether a prescription is required. Always check with a local pharmacy or online source for the most accurate information.
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