SAVAYSA (edoxaban tosylate)
Savaysa helps patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation by lowering their risk of stroke and systemic embolism. It also treats deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, though it is used only after a patient has received 5 to 10 days of an initial injectable blood thinner. This medication is not used for patients with highly efficient kidney function, defined as a creatinine clearance over 95 mL/min, because of an increased risk of stroke compared to other treatments.
How SAVAYSA Works
This medication works by selectively blocking Factor Xa, an enzyme in the coagulation cascade, which reduces the generation of thrombin. By inhibiting Factor Xa and prothrombinase activity, the drug prevents the formation of blood clots and stops thrombin from triggering platelet aggregation.
Development Insights
Details
- Status
- Prescription
- First Approved
- 2015-01-08
- Patent Cliff
- 2028
- Routes
- ORAL
- Dosage Forms
- TABLET
SAVAYSA Approval History
What SAVAYSA Treats
5 indicationsSAVAYSA is approved for 5 conditions since its original approval in 2015. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.
- Stroke
- Systemic Embolism
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- Pulmonary Embolism
SAVAYSA Boxed Warning
(A) REDUCED EFFICACY IN NONVALVULAR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION PATIENTS WITH CREATININE CLEARANCE (CRCL) > 95 ML/MIN (B) PREMATURE DISCONTINUATION OF SAVAYSA INCREASES THE RISK OF ISCHEMIC EVENTS (C) SPINAL/EPIDURAL HEMATOMA WARNING: (A) REDUCED EFFICACY IN NONVALVULAR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION PATIENTS WITH CREATININE CLEARANCE (CRCL) > 95 ML/MIN (B) PREMATURE DISCONTINUATION OF SAVAYSA INCREASES THE RISK OF ISCHEMIC EVENTS (C) SPINAL/EPIDURAL HEMATOMA See full prescribing information for complete boxed war...
WARNING: (A) REDUCED EFFICACY IN NONVALVULAR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION PATIENTS WITH CREATININE CLEARANCE (CRCL) > 95 ML/MIN (B) PREMATURE DISCONTINUATION OF SAVAYSA INCREASES THE RISK OF ISCHEMIC EVENTS (C) SPINAL/EPIDURAL HEMATOMA WARNING: (A) REDUCED EFFICACY IN NONVALVULAR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION PATIENTS WITH CREATININE CLEARANCE (CRCL) > 95 ML/MIN (B) PREMATURE DISCONTINUATION OF SAVAYSA INCREASES THE RISK OF ISCHEMIC EVENTS (C) SPINAL/EPIDURAL HEMATOMA See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. (A) REDUCED EFFICACY IN NONVALVULAR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION PATIENTS WITH CRCL > 95 ML/MIN: SAVAYSA should not be used in patients with CrCL > 95 mL/min. In the ENGAGE AF-TIMI 48 study, nonvalvular atrial fibrillation patients with CrCL > 95 mL/min had an increased rate of ischemic stroke with SAVAYSA 60 mg once daily compared to patients treated with warfarin. In these patients another anticoagulant should be used ( 5.1 ). (B) PREMATURE DISCONTINUATION OF SAVAYSA INCREASES THE RISK OF ISCHEMIC EVENTS: Premature discontinuation of any oral anticoagulant in the absence of adequate alternative anticoagulation increases the risk of ischemic events. If SAVAYSA is discontinued for a reason other than pathological bleeding or completion of a course of therapy, consider coverage with another anticoagulant as described in the transition guidance ( 2.4 , 5.2 , 14 ). (C) SPINAL/EPIDURAL HEMATOMA: Epidural or spinal hematomas may occur in patients treated with SAVAYSA who are receiving neuraxial anesthesia or undergoing spinal puncture. These hematomas may result in long-term or permanent paralysis. Consider these risks when scheduling patients for spinal procedures ( 5.4 ). A. REDUCED EFFICACY IN NONVALVULAR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION PATIENTS WITH CRCL > 95 ML/MIN SAVAYSA should not be used in patients with CrCL > 95 mL/min. In the ENGAGE AF-TIMI 48 study, nonvalvular atrial fibrillation patients with CrCL > 95 mL/min had an increased rate of ischemic stroke with SAVAYSA 60 mg onc
SAVAYSA Target & Pathway
ProTarget
The central enzyme in blood coagulation that converts fibrinogen to fibrin, forming blood clots. Direct thrombin inhibitors prevent clot formation and are used to prevent stroke and treat blood clots.
SAVAYSA Competitive Set
ProThree rings of competition based on shared molecular targets and treated indications.
Direct competitors
Same target(s) AND same indication — head-to-head.
MoA expansion candidates
Same target(s), different indications — where else is this mechanism being explored?
Indication competitors
Same indication, different mechanism — what else might this patient receive?
Filters applied: drops same-active-ingredient (505(b)(2) reformulations), route-mismatch (topical vs systemic), and cross-therapeutic-area matches in same-indication rings.
What's emerging in SAVAYSA's indications
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Clinical Trial Registry
1 trials| Trial | Sponsor ID | Phase | Status | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT01662908 eTRIS results posted | DU176b-D-U211 | Ph 2 | completed | A Randomized, Open-Label, Parallel-Group, Multi-Center Study for the Evaluation of Efficacy and Safety of Edoxaban Monotherapy Versus Low Molecular Weight (LMW) Heparin/Warfarin in Subjects With Symptomatic Deep-Vein Thrombosis |
Active Pipeline
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Key Completed Trials
Completed studies with published results, ranked by significance
Trial Timeline
Full development history with FDA approval milestones
Understanding FDA Approval Types
| Count | Type | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| - | ORIG | Original approval - drug first enters market |
| - | SUPPL - Efficacy | New indication (new disease/condition approved) |
| - | SUPPL - Labeling | Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates) |
| - | SUPPL - Manufacturing | Production changes (new facility) |
| - | SUPPL - Chemistry | Formulation changes (new dosage strength) |
Green lines in the timeline show ORIG and Efficacy approvals - the clinically meaningful milestones.
SAVAYSA FDA Label Details
Indications & Usage
FDA Label (PDF)SAVAYSA is indicated for the treatment of Stroke; Systemic Embolism; Atrial Fibrillation; Deep Vein Thrombosis; Pulmonary Embolism.
WARNING: (A) REDUCED EFFICACY IN NONVALVULAR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION PATIENTS WITH CREATININE CLEARANCE (CRCL) > 95 ML/MIN (B) PREMATURE DISCONTINUATION OF SAVAYSA INCREASES THE RISK OF ISCHEMIC EVENTS (C) SPINAL/EPIDURAL HEMATOMA WARNING: (A) REDUCED EFFICACY IN NONVALVULAR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION PATIENTS...
SAVAYSA Patents & Exclusivity
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Revenue Insights
- • Quarterly revenue tracking
- • Historical trend analysis
Patent Timeline
- • Cliff: 2028
- • 18 active patents
Trial Analysis
- • 32 total trials
- • Stage: Declining
Competitive Landscape
- • 20 similar drugs
- • Same target/indication analysis
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Data Sources
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How We Calculate These Metrics
Trial Activity Stage
Measures the current development activity pattern based on trial phases, status, and trends. Important: This measures R&D activity, not commercial lifecycle.
Trial statuses: "Active" means recruiting or ongoing. "Completed" means reached planned endpoint. "Terminated" means stopped early—often due to safety, efficacy, or business reasons.
- Growth: High proportion of early-phase trials (Phase 1/2), active development
- Expansion: Significant Phase 3 activity, approaching or pursuing approvals
- Mature: Substantial Phase 4 post-marketing studies
- Stable: Mixed phase distribution, steady development
- Declining: Low active trial ratio, reduced R&D investment