Coumadin is an anticoagulant that is used for preventing thrombosis and embolism.

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Drug Uses

Coumadin is used to prevent and treat a blood clot that has formed within a blood vessel (thrombosis) or in the lungs (embolism).

Usage

Take Coumadin exactly as prescribed by your doctor and ensure that your condition is monitored by the doctors on a regular basis.

Missed Dose

You should try and take your doses on time taking care not to miss any. But if you do miss a dose, then skip it and continue with your regular dose. But do not take a double dose.

Storage

Store it at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and light.

Overdose

Abnormal bleeding or bruising and blood in the vomit or stools are some of the common symptoms of a Coumadin overdose.

More Information

The drug may cause light-headedness, dizziness, and faintness in some people. Do not consume alcohol along with the drug. Do not drive or handle heavy machinery until you know how to react to the drug. Only use if prescribed.

Warnings/Precautions

Do not use Coumadin if:

you are allergic to any ingredient in Coumadin;
you have bleeding tendencies, bleeding problems (eg, hemophilia), severe or uncontrolled high blood pressure, certain blood problems (eg, low white blood cell or platelet levels), or leukemia;
you have active serious bleeding, bleeding in the brain, certain blood vessel problems (eg, aneurysm, dissecting aorta), or inflammation or infection of the heart;
you have active ulcer or bleeding of the stomach or bowel, urinary tract, genitals, or respiratory tract;
you have recently had or will be having eye, brain, or spinal cord surgery; spinal puncture; spinal anesthesia; or any type of major surgery;
you are pregnant or may become pregnant;
you are unable to have routine blood clotting tests;
you are unable to follow your doctor's instructions properly and do not have someone to help you take your medicine;
you are taking mifepristone, streptokinase, or urokinase.
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Important :
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Coumadin before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking Coumadin; it may increase the risk of Coumadin's side effects.
Do not change you activity level or weight without checking with your doctor; the risk of Coumadin side effects may be increased.
Do not eat cranberry products or drink cranberry juice while you are taking Coumadin. Tell your doctor if these products are already part of your diet.
Elevated body temperature may increase the effect of Coumadin. Be careful to avoid becoming overheated, especially during hot weather.
Coumadin decreases blood clotting. Use caution while doing activities such as brushing your teeth, flossing, or shaving. Avoid activities that may cause bruising or injury. Seek immediate medical attention if you fall or injure yourself. Tell your doctor if you have unusual bruising or bleeding. Tell your doctor if you have dark, tarry, or bloody stools.
Do not take aspirin while you take Coumadin unless your doctor tells you to. If you already take aspirin for a heart or other condition, talk with your doctor about whether or not you should continue to take it with Coumadin.
Tell your doctor if you will be traveling or if you will be confined to a bed or chair for a long period of time (eg, car or airplane ride). This may increase your risk of developing a blood clot.
If therapy with Coumadin is stopped, the blood thinning effects may last for 2 to 5 days after you stop taking it. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor. Do not suddenly stop taking Coumadin without checking with your doctor.
Lab tests, including certain blood clotting tests (eg, PT, INR), may be performed while you use Coumadin. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Coumadin with caution in Asian patients; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially bleeding.
Use Coumadin with caution in the elderly; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially bleeding.
Coumadin should be used with extreme caution in children; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed. Children may need more frequent lab tests if they use Coumadin.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Do not use Coumadin if you are pregnant. It has been shown to cause harm to the fetus. Avoid becoming pregnant while you are taking it. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away. It is not known if Coumadin is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Coumadin, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.