WARFARIN, ORAL

CARDIAC DRUGS >WARFARIN, ORAL

Used For	This medicine is a blood thinner taken by mouth to prevent blood clots from forming in the blood vessels.
Do’s and Dont’s	Do’s Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember on the same day. Dont’s Do not take any other medicines without your doctor’s approval. If you take less of the medicine, it may not be effective. If you take more, it may cause bleeding. Do not take double doses. If you miss a day's dose, contact your doctor at once.
Caution	Your doctor may check your blood regularly to see if your dosage needs change. Many other medicines, such as aspirin, may affect the action of this medicine. Tell your doctor: Before you take this medicine, tell your doctor about any other prescription or non-prescription medicines, vitamins, or natural remedies you are taking. Signs of an overdose:Ask your doctor what the signs of an overdose or internal bleeding are, and report any such signs right away. Avoid cuts and injuries: If you are injured or require surgery or dental work, inform the doctor or dentist that you are taking this medicine. Carry some form of written notice that says you are taking this medicine. Drinking too much alcohol may interfere with this medicine. Females of childbearing age: Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. If you become pregnant while you are taking this medicine, stop taking it and contact your doctor right away. While taking this medicine, do not breast-feed without discussing with your doctor.
Likely Side Effects Your medicine may cause some unwanted side effects. Some of them may be very serious. Some side effects may disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Tell your doctor if you have any side effects that persist or get worse.	Serious Side Effects (report to your doctor right away): (report to your doctor right away): Bleeding, cloudy urine, dark urine or stools, bloody urine, painful urination, discoloured fingers or toes, mouth sores, swelling, sore throat, fever, weight gain, yellowish eyes or skin, diarrhoea, rash, stomach pain. Other Side Effects (usually temporary): Bloating, gas, loss of appetite, hair loss.
Likely Drug Interactions	Important notice:This medicine can interact with many other medicines, including aspirin. The interaction may cause bleeding or other serious side effects. Do not take any other medicines, including non-prescription products, vitamins, or natural remedies unless your doctor approves.
Likely Food Interactions	Since the amount of vitamin K in food may affect treatment with this medicine, eat a normal, well-balanced diet. Do not make big changes in your diet, such as eating a lot more green leafy vegetables than you usually eat. Discuss your diet with your doctor.

TEST NAME - Prothrombin Time:This test is done to check your blood thinning is at appropriate levels. The readings are Control PT Time, Your PT Time, your INR level. The ideal level varies with drug and dosage. Your Doctor will decide your ideal dose.

Make it a point to tell all doctors treating you about all the medicines you are taking, including non-prescription products, vitamins, and natural remedies.