Tuesday, April 15, 2014


Q: Which PO drug is approved for DVT prophylaxis after knee or hip surgery ?



Answer:  Rivaroxaban (Xarelto)

Dose is 10 mg daily with or without food 6 to 10 hours after surgery. Treatment duration should be for 12 days after knee surgery and 35 days after hip surgery.

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