Atrial Fibrillation — UKMLA MCQ

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A patient taking apixaban realises at lunchtime that the morning dose was missed. What should they do?

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Correct answer: E — Take the missed dose now, then continue normally

The best answer is “Take the missed dose now, then continue normally”. The authorised advice is to take a missed apixaban dose as soon as remembered and then continue twice-daily treatment. Doses should not be doubled to compensate. Repeated missed doses warrant adherence review because protection falls rapidly.

Reference: Eliquis 5 mg tablets Summary of Product Characteristics: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/2878/smpc