Treats and prevents blood clots, which lowers the risk of stroke, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism (PE), and similar conditions. This medicine is a blood thinner.

Xarelto is used to prevent or treat a type of clot clot called deep vein thrombosis (DVT) which can lead to blood clots in the lungs (pulmonary embolism). A DVT can occur after certain types of surgery.

Xarelto is used in people with atrial fibrillation (a heart rhythm disorder) to lower the risk of stroke caused by a blood clot. Xarelto may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

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