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Warfarin Sodium

Warfarin Sodium

What is Warfarin Sodium used for?

This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body. Preventing harmful blood clots helps to reduce the risk of a stroke or heart attack. Conditions that increase your risk of developing blood clots include a certain type of irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation), heart valve replacement, recent heart attack, and certain surgeries (such as hip/knee replacement). Warfarin is commonly called a "blood thinner," but the more correct term is "anticoagulant." It helps to keep blood flowing smoothly in your body by decreasing the amount of certain substances (clotting proteins) in your blood.

CHEMICAL NAME

Warfarin Sodium (WARF-uh-rin)

DRUG TYPE

Anticoagulant

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Warfarin Sodium Frequently Asked Questions

Warfarin can cause very serious (possibly fatal) bleeding. This is more likely to occur when you first start taking this medication or if you take too much warfarin.

To decrease your risk for bleeding, your doctor or other health care provider will monitor you closely and check your lab results (INR test) to make sure you are not taking too much warfarin. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Tell your doctor right away if you notice any signs of serious bleeding. See also Side Effects section.

IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.

Warfarin Sodium Dosage and Form Information

Supplied As
Strength
Tablet
5 Mg
2 Mg
2.5 Mg
10 Mg
1 Mg
3 Mg
6 Mg
4 Mg
7.5 Mg

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