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Can I eat this with Apixaban?
Apixaban can be taken with or without food and normal eating and drinking is fine, but St John's Wort may not mix well with it.
Also sold as Eliquis. Brand names from the NHS Dictionary of Medicines and Devices.
Our DOACs page also covers Apixaban and gives one answer for the whole group. This page follows Apixaban’s own NHS page, so where the two differ, go by this one.
Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 3 foods and drinks for Apixaban (0 to avoid, 1 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Apixaban with food?
- Take it at the same time each day, with or without food.
- Can I eat st john's wort with Apixaban?
- Yes, with care. This herbal remedy may not mix well with apixaban, so ask a pharmacist or doctor before taking it.
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1 · What do you take?
Apixaban can be taken with or without food and normal eating and drinking is fine, but St John's Wort may not mix well with it.
You can eat and drink as normal while taking apixaban, and you can take it with or without food. The NHS lists the herbal remedy St John's Wort as something that may not mix well with it. If you cannot swallow tablets, they can be crushed into water, apple juice or apple purée.
Read our full Apixaban guide →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: Take it at the same time each day, with or without food.
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Take care with Apixaban· 1
Fine with Apixaban· 2
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Further reading on Apixaban
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