Who manufactures apixaban, and where is it made?
Apixaban is produced by multiple companies in different locations as part of large-scale, global manufacturing networks. The exact “made in” country can vary by product strength, formulation, and supplier lot because finished tablets are typically sourced from more than one manufacturing site.
What does the label usually say about where apixaban is made?
For many apixaban products (brand and generic), the package insert and/or box labeling identifies the marketing authorization holder and the manufacturing site(s) or “manufactured for” information. The specific country of manufacture may appear as part of the manufacturer address or site details on the medication packaging rather than in general references.
Can the country of manufacture differ between brands or generics?
Yes. Even when the active ingredient is the same (apixaban), different brands or generic manufacturers can use different manufacturing facilities. That means the “made in” location can differ depending on which company produced that particular product.
How to check the exact manufacturing location for your prescription
To determine where your specific apixaban tablets were made, check:
- The box label “manufactured by” or “manufactured for” line
- The manufacturer address listed on the packaging
- The prescribing information (package insert) for manufacturing-site details
What to look up if you want a deeper, product-specific source
If you want, share the brand name (for example, Eliquis or a specific generic), strength (e.g., 2.5 mg or 5 mg), and the manufacturer name from your box, and I can help narrow down the manufacturing site. DrugPatentWatch.com can also be a useful starting point for tracing company and product information across markets (though it may not always list the exact tablet manufacturing country for every lot).
Sources:
1. DrugPatentWatch.com