APIXABAN vs ELIQUIS

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	APIXABAN	ELIQUIS
Rating	66/100	New
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	APIXABAN	APIXABAN
Manufacturer	Apotex	Bristol
Dosage forms	Tablet	Tablet
Drug class	Factor Xa Inhibitor	Factor Xa Inhibitor
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	about 12 hours	about 12 hours
Treats	Pulmonary Embolism, Venous Thrombosis	Pulmonary Embolism, Venous Thrombosis

apixaban eliquis

Rating

66/100

New

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

APIXABAN

Manufacturer

Apotex

Bristol

Dosage forms

Tablet

Drug class

Factor Xa Inhibitor

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 12 hours

Treats

Pulmonary Embolism, Venous Thrombosis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Apixaban and Eliquis?

Both Apixaban and Eliquis share the active ingredient Apixaban.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.