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COUMADIN 5MG TABLET
- Generic Name: Warfarin (Na):5mg
- Manufactured by : Sanofi-aventis
- Product SKU : auto_9DFI92NHJJ200381
Alternate brands of COUMADIN 5MG TABLET
Brand Name | Price | Savings |
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WERIFIRIN 5mg Tablet 10x10s | ₨ 553.39 | You can save 796.61 |
FERICARD 5mg Tablet 10x10s | ₨ 398.00 | You can save 952 |
How it works
COUMADIN 5MG TABLET prevents the blood from clotting by stopping the action of clotting factors.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for COUMADIN 5MG TABLET
- Abdominal pain severe
- Blurred vision severe
- Blood in urine and stools severe
- Headache severe
- Dizziness severe
- Diarrhea severe
- Skin rash and itching severe
- Yellow colored eyes or skin severe
- Muscle or joint pain
- Excessive air or gas in stomach
- Hair loss or thinning of the hair
Uses of COUMADIN 5MG TABLET
What is it prescribed for?
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Deep Vein Thrombosis
COUMADIN 5MG TABLET is used to prevent the blood clot formation in legs and other extremities.
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Pulmonary Embolism
COUMADIN 5MG TABLET is used in the treatment of Pulmonary embolism (blood clot in the lung) by improving the blood flow in the lungs.
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Prophylaxis for Myocardial Infarction
COUMADIN 5MG TABLET is used to prevent the formation of clots in vessels that supply blood to the heart. This helps in preventing a heart attack.
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Prevention of Thromboembolism in Atrial Fibrillation
COUMADIN 5MG TABLET is used to prevent blood clot formation in patients with heart disorders like atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat).
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed in 36 to 48 hours.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 2 to 5 days.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Alcohol consumption is not recommended in patients receiving COUMADIN 5MG TABLET due to an increase in the risk of bleeding. Close monitoring of prothrombin time and symptoms like excessive bleeding is necessary if alcohol is consumed with COUMADIN 5MG TABLET .
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women except in life-threatening conditions where the potential benefits outweigh the risks. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is recommended for use in breastfeeding women only if clearly needed. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, close monitoring of the infant for any undesired effects is necessary.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to COUMADIN 5MG TABLET .
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Central nervous system bleeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a head and/or spinal cord injury.
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Bleeding disorder
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who have a known history of bleeding disorders or an active bleeding disorder (inability of the blood to clot normally).
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Gastrointestinal disorders
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of gastrointestinal disorders like peptic ulcer disease or gastrointestinal bleeding due to an increase in the risk of further bleeding.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women except in life-threatening conditions where the potential benefits outweigh the risks. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is recommended for use in breastfeeding women only if clearly needed. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, close monitoring of the infant for any undesired effects is necessary.
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Bleeding
COUMADIN 5MG TABLET is known to cause severe bleeding. It is not recommended in patients with conditions like gastrointestinal bleeding, head injury, and patients about to undergo a surgery. Any symptoms of blood in the stools, vomiting blood, or blood in the urine should be reported to the doctor on priority. Close monitoring of prothrombin time is necessary while receiving this medicine.
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Tissue Necrosis
COUMADIN 5MG TABLET may cause tissue death within a few days of the treatment. Close monitoring of symptoms like pain and change in skin color is necessary while receiving this medicine. It is advised to stop the treatment if these symptoms appear. An alternate treatment option should be considered based on the clinical condition.
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Calciphylaxis
COUMADIN 5MG TABLET may cause a rare reaction called Calciphylaxis in which calcium is accumulated in small blood vessels of the fat and skin tissues. Close monitoring of symptoms like pain and change in skin color is necessary while receiving this medicine. It is advised to stop the treatment if these symptoms appear. An alternate treatment option should be considered based on the clinical condition.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next scheduled dose, then the missed dose should be skipped.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Ethinyl Estradiol moderate
- Aspirin severe
- Proton pump inhibitors moderate
- Fluoroquinolone antibiotics severe
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severe
COUMADIN 5MG TABLET is not recommended in patients with a history of bleeding disorders or an active bleeding disorder (inability of the blood to clot normally) due to an increase in the risk of further bleeding. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be done under your doctor's supervision.
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severe
COUMADIN 5MG TABLET is not recommended in patients with a liver injury/disease due to an increase in the risk of bleeding. Close monitoring of liver function and symptoms like blood in the urine and stools, dizziness, unusual bleeding, etc. is necessary while receiving this medicine.
General Instructions
Take COUMADIN 5MG TABLET as advised by the doctor. Do not consume larger quantities than prescribed. This medicine is not recommended in patients with gastrointestinal bleeding, head injury, and low blood platelets level. Patients with liver injury/disease are advised to consult the doctor before taking this medicine.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- practo.com - Warfarin [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/warfarin-304-api [cited 28 september 2019]. 8 Jan 2018
- dailymed.nlm.nih.gov - WARFARIN [Internet]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=3fb2aa58-3a40-4255-a261-e2db5b9a5dde [cited 28 september 2019]. November 30, 2017
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