Warning: the info is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your doctor. it shouldnot be construed to indicate that use of the medication is safe or effective for you. Consult you're physician before using this medication.

Warfarin - oral

(warf-uh-rin)

common brand names: Coumadin

Coumadin Usage: this medication is a blood thinner used to keep blood flowing smoothly & prevent formation of blood clots.

How to use Coumadin: Take it exactly as prescribed. Try to take this drug at the same clock each day so you remember to take it. your dose may be adjusted some times based on lab tests. do not stop taking this without your doctor's approval.

Coumadin side effects: Loss of appetite, nausea, diarrhea or blurred vision may occur at first as your body adjusts to the drug. Inform some your pharmacist if you experience: unusual bleeding or bruising, blood in the urine, black stools, severe headache. in unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this med, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your healthcare professional or pharmacist.

Coumadin Precautions: Before using it drug tell you're healthcare professional your medical history especially of: ulcers, unusual menstrual periods, diabetes, liver or kidney disease, high blood pressure, arthritis, thyroid problems, every recent infections, recent surgery, drug and food allergies. FDA has stated that generic warfarin products are interchangeable. However, consult youre healthcare professional and doctor before switching warfarin products. do not stop taking any tablets that you currently taking unless directed to do so by your doctor. If you have an illness that causes vomiting, diarrhea, or fever for more then a few days, contact some your doctor as these problems can change effect about this drug. Limit youre consumption of alcoholic beverages. Ask your physician how many, if any, alcohol you may consume. When receiving warfarin, avoid sudden changes in dietary habits. Avoid ingesting unusual increases or decreases of foods high at Vitamin K (liver, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kale, spinach & other green leafy vegetables, green tea, certain vegetables, & certain vitamin supplements). It's best to avoid strictly vegetarian diets that consist of foods high in vitamin K. While taking this drug, be extra careful to avoid injuries. it drug can cause heavy bleeding. Use an electric razor & be careful brushing some your teeth. Caution is advised when using this drug in elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug. Warfarin shouldn't be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform some your physician immediately. it drug is excreted into breast milk. While to date, no problems have been noted in nursing infants, consult your healthcare professional before you breast-feed.

Coumadin drug interactions: many drugs interact with this medication. Before using this drug tell you're healthcare professional of every prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use especially any of following: aspirin or aspirin-like tablets, anabolic steroids, barbiturates, clofibrate, phenylbutazone, disulfiram, cimetidine, sulfa-drugs, metronidazole, vitamin E, cholestyramine, phenytoin, erythromycin-like antibiotics, propylthiouracil, injectable antibiotics, griseofulvin, ethchlorvynol, quinidine, quinine, thyroid meds, allopurinol, glucagon, rifamycins, glutethimide, aminoglutethimide, chloramphenicol, carbamazepine, vitamin K (or it is derivatives), dextrothyroxine, anti-inflammatory medication used for arthritis or fever reduction, penicillin-type pills, amiodarone, omeprazole, sulfinpyrazone, chloral hydrate, 'statin' meds (e.g., lovastatin), propranolol, tamoxifen, quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin), SSRI antidepressants (e.g., fluoxetine), gemfibrozil, azole antifungals (e.g., fluconazole, miconazole, including vaginal dose forms), birth control meds, dong quai, ginkgo biloba, ginseng. it is important that all doctors & dentists treating you know you take warfarin. do not start or stop any medicine with out pharmacist or pharmacist approval.

Coumadin Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact youre local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include bleeding, quick heartbeat, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, and discoloration of urine or stools.

Coumadin special notes: do not share this drug with others.

If you missed Coumadin dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if It's almost time for following dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume you're usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up. Keep a record about missed doses to give to you're doctor. Call you're physician if you miss two or more doses.

Coumadin Storage: Store in room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. don't store in the bathroom.

Medical alert: some your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Warfarin