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Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s

Warfin tablet contains Warfarin | belongs to Anticoagulant

Alternate brands of Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s

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Warfin tablet 2.5 mg 100’s  360.00 You will pay -144 more
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How it works

Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s is an anticoagulant which is used to prevent the blood from clotting. You should inform the doctor if you have any bleeding disorder before taking this medicine and you should be aware of the possible side effects of this medicine. Close monitoring of liver and kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine due to an increase in the risk of bleeding.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s

  • 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 Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s

What is it prescribed for?

  • Deep Vein Thrombosis

    Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s is used to prevent the blood clot formation in legs and other extremities.

  • Pulmonary Embolism

    Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s is used in the treatment of Pulmonary embolism (blood clot in the lung) by improving the blood flow in the lungs.

  • Prophylaxis for Myocardial Infarction

    Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s is used to prevent the formation of clots in vessels that supply blood to the heart. This helps in preventing a heart attack.

  • Prevention of Thromboembolism in Atrial Fibrillation

    Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s is used to prevent blood clot formation in patients with heart disorders like atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat).

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The effect of this medicine can be observed in 36 to 48 hours.

  • Duration of Effect

    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 2 to 5 days.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Alcohol consumption is not recommended in patients receiving Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s 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 Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s .

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit forming tendency has been reported.

  • 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.

  • 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?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s .

  • Central nervous system bleeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a head and/or spinal cord injury.

  • 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).

  • 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

Warnings for special population
  • 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.

  • 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.

General Warnings
  • Bleeding

    Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s 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.

  • Tissue Necrosis

    Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s 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.

  • Calciphylaxis

    Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s 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

  • 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.

  • 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
Disease interactions
  • severe

    Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s 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.

  • severe

    Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s 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 Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s 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

Additional Information:

How to use Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s

UNLICENSED USE
Children: Treatment and prophylaxis of thrombotic episodes: Oral. Neonate 200 mcg/kg as a single dose on first day, reduced to 100 mcg/kg once daily for following 3 days (but if INR still below 1.4 use 200 mcg/kg once daily, or if INR above 3 use 50 mcg/kg once daily, if INR above 3.5 omit dose); then adjusted according to INR, usual maintenance 100-300 mcg/kg once daily (may need up to 400 mcg/kg once daily especially if bottle fed); 1 mth-18 yr, 200 mcg/kg (max 10 mg) as a single dose on first day, reduced to 100 mcg/kg (max 5 mg) once daily for following 3 days (but if INR still below 1.4 use 200 mcg/kg (max 10 mg) once daily, or if INR above 3 use 50 mcg/kg (max 2.5 mg) once daily, or if INR above 3.5 omit dose); then adjusted according to INR, usual maintenance 100-300 mcg/kg once daily (may need up to 400 mcg/kg once daily especially if bottle fed). Induction dose may need to be altered according to condition (e.g. abnormal liver function tests, cardiac failure), concomitant interacting drugs and if baseline INR above 1.3.

what are the adverse effects of Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s?

Alopecia, rash, diarrhoea, fall in haematocrit, haemorrhage, skin reaction, GI upset, decreased haemoglobulin, fever, pancreatitis, jaundice, hepatic dysfunction. Reports of calciphylaxis.

What happens if I miss a dose of Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s?

Adults: 10-15 mg daily, adjust dosage according to test results. Children: Not recommended.

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Warfin tablet 1 mg 10×10’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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