Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using xarelto as follows:

  1. Xarelto should be avoided in individuals with any active bleeding from any wound or surgical site. Using Xarelto in such individuals can result in uncontrolled hemorrhage and blood loss.
  2. Xarelto should be avoided in individuals with valvular heart disease and with prosthetic heart valves. Use of Xarelto in such individuals carries a significant risk for clot formation and consequent embolism.
  3. Xarelto should be avoided in individuals with history of active bleeding stomach ulcers. Using Xarelto in such individuals can result in uncontrolled hemorrhage and blood loss.
  4. Xarelto should be avoided in individuals with history of inherited or acquired bleeding disorders. Using Xarelto in such individuals can result in uncontrolled hemorrhage and blood loss.