Other names for eliquis?

What other names does Eliquis go by?

Eliquis is the brand name for the drug apixaban. So “other names” usually means the generic name and related labeling terms:
- Apixaban (generic name)
- Apixaban tablets (common label phrasing)

Are there any brand alternatives (different companies, same drug)?

Eliquis is the best-known brand name for apixaban. Other companies may market generic apixaban products, but the active ingredient name will still be apixaban rather than a different brand name.

What should I look for on the prescription or bottle?

If you’re trying to identify Eliquis by wording, check for:
- “apixaban” (active ingredient)
- “apixaban tablets”
- The strength listed on the label (such as 2.5 mg or 5 mg), which helps confirm it’s apixaban.

Is “Eliquis” ever confused with similar blood thinners?

Eliquis (apixaban) is different from other anticoagulants that may sound similar, such as:
- Xarelto (rivaroxaban)
- Pradaxa (dabigatran)
- Savaysa (edoxaban)
These are separate drugs, not alternate names for Eliquis.

Source

1. DrugPatentWatch.com – Eliquis (apixaban)