Common Questions about Eliquis (apixaban)

What should I avoid while taking Eliquis?

Eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice can cause blood thinners like Eliquis to reach higher levels in the blood and increase bleeding risk. However, it is safer to drink grapefruit juice with newer anticoagulants like Eliquis than some older blood thinners. Talk to your doctor about how much, if any, grapefruit is safe for you to consume while on Eliquis.

Does Eliquis have to be taken exactly 12 hours apart?

People diagnosed with a blood clot or are taking Eliquis to prevent blood clots need to take this medicine twice daily, approximately 12 hours apart. You should try to take your medicine at around the same time every day. This helps to maintain the levels of the medicine in your blood. It also helps you remember to take your Eliquis doses.

Can you drink alcohol while on Eliquis?

It is best to avoid alcohol while taking Eliquis since alcohol can act as a blood thinner and interfere with this medication. If you must drink, do so in moderation and limit yourself to one drink per day. 

Can I take Tylenol while taking Eliquis?

Tylenol is generally safe to take with Eliquis. Your doctor may ask you to take Tylenol for minor aches and pains instead of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen and naproxen, which can interfere with Eliquis.

Can you get blood clots while taking Eliquis?

While Eliquis is an effective medication and can greatly reduce the risk of recurrent thrombotic events compared to no treatment, neither Eliquis nor any other anticoagulant medication can reduce your risk to zero. You can minimize your risk of blood clots by taking the medication exactly as prescribed and keeping all your appointments with your healthcare professionals.

What is the cost of Eliquis per month?

The list price for a 30-day supply of Eliquis is $529. You can make big savings on Eliquis through the BuzzRx drug discount program. Your free Eliquis discount coupon can get you this medication at a much lower price than the list price.

What is the price of Eliquis without insurance?

Without insurance, Eliquis can be as high as $629.00, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $527.69 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of Eliquis with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on Eliquis—copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for Eliquis. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medication, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not