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Dabigatran

Drug Class: Commonly Known As: Category:
Pradaxa Adult

Dabigatran - Dosage and How to Use

How should Dabigatran be used?

  • Do not stop taking your medication without checking with your healthcare professional.
  • You may take this medication with or without food. 
  • Swallow the capsule whole. Do not chew, crush or open the capsule.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

  • If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Then take your next dose at the usual time. Do not take two doses at a time to make up for the missed dose.

What should I do if I overdose?

  • Tags: Apixaban, Rivaroxaban, Warfarin Sodium
  • Updated on 3/31/2021 12:00:00 AM
  • Article contributed by PSS National Medication Information Workgroup PSS National Medication Information Workgroup
The information provided is not intended as medical advice. Terms of use. Information provided by SingHealth

​​​​​​This leaflet answers some common questions about Dabigatran. It does not contain all the available information. It also does not take the place of talking to your doctor or pharmacist.

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