{"id":18965,"date":"2017-12-10T04:00:25","date_gmt":"2017-12-09T22:30:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=18965"},"modified":"2018-07-30T14:49:20","modified_gmt":"2018-07-30T09:19:20","slug":"coumadin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=18965","title":{"rendered":"Coumadin- Information, Uses, Side Effects and Dosage"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug trade name:<\/strong> Coumadin, Jantoven<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Category:\u00a0<\/strong>Anticoagulants, Cardiovascular; Anticoagulants, Hematologic<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Generic name: <\/strong>warfarin<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Introduction and Quick Information of <\/strong><strong>Coumadin<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Coumadin (warfarin) is one of the most effective anticoagulants (blood thinner). This medication has the ability to minimize the formation of blood clots by interfering with the formation of various clotting factors. Coumadin can even prevent strokes, heart attacks, by preventing blood clots in arteries and veins. The doctor may prescribe Coumadin to those individuals who have an increased tendency for\u00a0thrombosis, arterial Fibrillation, pulmonary embolism\u00a0and\u00a0deep venous thrombosis. This drug can also be used in\u00a0antiphospholipid syndrome.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Is <\/strong><strong>Coumadin<\/strong><strong> Approved by U.S. FDA?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Yes, the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given its approval to Coumadin as a blood-thinning drug and to prevent blood clots. Coumadin is available in the form of tablets.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Usage and Benefits of <\/strong><strong>Coumadin<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">This medicine is quite helpful to reduce the chances of repeat heart attacks, death, blood clots, or strokes after a heart attack. The medical practitioner might recommend off-label uses of Coumadin occasionally to prevent recurrent transient ischemic attacks. <span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">People with artificial heart valves or arterial fibrillation generally have blood clots in lungs or veins, it can be prevented or treated by Coumadin (warfarin).<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Other benefits include treatment or prevention of the formation of blood clots in veins (like with the deep vein thrombosis), the occurrence of blood clots in lungs (pulmonary embolism), blood clots or connected complications like strokes in those people with artificial heart valves or arterial fibrillation.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Coumadin Side Effects<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Swelling<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Skin changes; discoloration<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Severe and sudden foot or leg pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Foot ulcer<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Unusual bleeding (mouth, nose, rectum, or vagina) or blood in urine<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Weakness or dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">A sudden headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Purple fingers or toes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Easy bruising<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Pale skin<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Bloody or black stools<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Jaundice<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Difficulty in concentrating<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Feeling shortness of breath or light-headed<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Rapid heart rate<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Muscle weakness or numbness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Coughing up blood<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Stomach pain radiating to back<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Fever, chills and body aches<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>General Recommended Dosages of <\/strong><strong>Coumadin<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Take the medication as prescribed by the doctor. Never take a double dose or extra dose than recommended as it might cause you harm. <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Your physician can occasionally change the dosage schedule to make sure whether you are getting the best results or not.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">You can take Coumadin (warfarin) without or with your food.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Avoid the dieting strategy or shedding weight while using Coumadin. Also, inform your general practitioner in case you experience any rapid weight changes for any reason.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">While using Coumadin, a regular blood test is necessary.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">You should inform your other physicians such as dentist, the surgeon that you are taking Coumadin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>In Case I Miss My Dose?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">In case the dose is missed, take it as soon as you recall. If, it the time for the next dose then skip the missed dose. You may ask your doctor for further assistance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>In Case I Take Overdose?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Some of the common overdose symptoms may include excessive bleeding. If you find any of these symptoms, seek medical help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug Interactions With Coumadin:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Inform your doctor in case you take drugs or products as listed below:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">bromelains (Ananase)<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">cranberry (AZO Cranberry Gummies)<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">ubiquinone (coenzyme Q10)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">ginkgo biloba (kew tree)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge (Danshen)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">angelica sinensis (Dong Quai)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">garlic (Garlic)<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">ginseng ( Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer)<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Lifestyle and Food Habits You Must Follow When on Coumadin:<\/strong><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">A healthy way of life can enhance the usefulness of your medication or treatment. However, drinking alcohol excessively along with the medication can prove to be hazardous and lead to many severe health issues.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Moreover, you should not use this medication in case you are allergic to warfarin. Inform your healthcare provider if you have a history of bleeding problems, intestinal or stomach bleeding, heart disease high or low blood pressure, cancer, kidney disorder, surgery, ant disease that affects the blood vessels inside the brain.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>How Safe Is Coumadin for Pregnant Women or Nursing Mothers?<\/strong><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Coumadin can harm an unborn infant or can even lead to birth defects. Therefore, it is important to tell your doctor if you are expecting or planning to become a mom during this medical treatment. Coumadin (warfarin) can pass on to breast milk and can further cause harm to the little one. Therefore, you need not use Coumadin without informing the physician.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Complications and Conditions Possible Due to Prolonged Use of Coumadin:<\/strong><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The extended use of Coumadin can make people addicted. In case you suddenly stop taking Coumadin after using it for longer, then it may cause several adverse effects. Thus, you need to consult your doctor first before quitting its use completely.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Availability of Coumadin:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">This drug is available only by prescription. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Drug trade name: Coumadin, Jantoven Category:\u00a0Anticoagulants, Cardiovascular; Anticoagulants, Hematologic Generic name: warfarin Introduction and Quick Information of Coumadin: Coumadin (warfarin) is one of the most effective anticoagulants (blood thinner). This medication has the ability to minimize the formation of blood clots by interfering with the formation of various clotting factors. 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