Coumadin (Warfarin)

Coumadin Information

Coumadin is an anti-coagulant or a medicine which helps in the thinning of the blood. Coumadin is generically known as Warfarin.

Coumadin Indications

Coumadin is indicated for the reduction of blood clotting essential for the prevention of heart attacks, stroke and the blocking of arteries and veins.

Coumadin may also be prescribed to treat other medical conditions aside from the ones mentioned above.

Coumadin Warnings

Due to the anti clotting property of Coumadin, it should be administered with care and preferably under doctor’s monitoring for patients who have the following medical conditions:

• Have recently had surgery
• Ill with stomach ulcers, or any other forms of bleeding
• Have had stroke caused by bleeding in the brain
• Have had aneurysm
• Have had spinal fracture or had been exposed to lumbar block anesthesia
• Have bacterial endocarditis, pericarditis, and pericardial effusion.

Coumadin may also not be strongly recommended for patients with the following medical conditions:

• Kidney problems
• Liver Diseases
• Hypertension
• Have congenital and or hereditary Protein C or Protein S deficiency
• Diabetes
• Polycythemia Vera
• Vasculitis
• Congestive heart failure
• Collagen Vascular Disorder
• Thyroidal Problems
• High cholesterol
• Cancer
• Vitamin K deficiency
• On the process of surgery
• Taking Antibiotics to treat infection

Coumadin and Pregnancy

Coumadin and its active ingredient Warfarin belong to the drugs categorized under Pregnancy Category X which means that taking Coumadin may cause harm to the unborn, cause birth defects and birth problems.

However, Coumadin is not detected on the breast milk. But is would still be safe and wise to consult your doctor first before deciding to breast feed when taking Coumadin

Coumadin Intake Guidelines

Each dose of Coumadin must be taken with a full glass of water. Coumadin should be taken at about the same time of each day and it could be taken with or without food.

Regular monitoring of blood such as PT and INR tests should be performed regularly to monitor the need to increase or decrease dosage of Coumadin.

Never take more or less of this drug. Always follow the prescribed dosage for intake.

Avoid abrupt changes in your diet. The consumption of Vitamin K may significantly decrease the effects of Coumadin. Vitamin K can be mostly obtained from spinach, Swiss Chard, coriander, collards, and cabbages

Coumadin Dosage

Coumadin Overdose

• Bruising
• Visibility of small broken blood vessels under the skin
• Excessive bleeding from cuts and wounds
• Bleeding on the gums
• Blood on stool, urine or vomitus
• Excessive menstrual bleeding

Overdose of Coumadin may become fatal especially if left untreated as they may result to hemorrhage. Immediately seek medical attention if any of these symptoms occur.

Coumadin Missed Dose

The missed dose of Coumadin must be taken as soon as it is remembered. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, forego the missed dose and wait for the next dose.

Coumadin Side Effects

• Allergic reactions characterized by hives, swelling of lips, throat and mouth and the closing of throat passage.
• Black, bloody and tarry stools
• Blood in urine and vomitus
• Coughing of blood
• Bleeding gums, and sores in the mouth
• Decrease in the amount of urine
• Purple discoloration of toes and fingernails
• Easy bruising
• Sudden leg and foot pains
• Unusual bleeding and heavy menstrual periods

If you experience any of the mentioned side effects, you should seek medical attention immediately.

Some of the less serious side effects may include:

• Excessive retention of gas and bloating
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Stomach and digestive problems
• Decrease in appetite and unusual weight loss

If you experience any of the following side effects, talk to your doctor immediately. These less serious side effects are more likely to occur when you are taking Coumadin.

Coumadin Drug Reactions

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