Warfarin Tablet Benefits & Uses

Warfarin Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Deep Vein Thrombosis

Warfarin Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Warfarin Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Warfarin Tablet is used -

Severe

Haemorrhage
Bleeding

Moderate

Liver Function Abnormal
Bloody Urine
Gastrointestinal discomfort
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Swelling

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Hair Loss
Rash

Warfarin Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Warfarin Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Warfarin may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Warfarin, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Warfarin Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Warfarin. If you see any side effects, stop taking Warfarin immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Warfarin again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Warfarin Tablet on the Kidneys?

Warfarin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Warfarin Tablet on the Liver?

Warfarin has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Warfarin Tablet on the Heart?

There may be severe side effects of Warfarin on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Warfarin Tablet with Other Drugs

Warfarin Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Tramadol

Apixaban

Aspirin

Moderate

Amitriptyline

Amoxicillin

Dipyridamole

Warfarin Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Warfarin Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Bleeding
Diabetes
High Blood Pressure
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Failure

Frequently asked Questions about Warfarin Tablet

Is this Warfarin Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Warfarin Tablet does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Warfarin Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Warfarin Tablet only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Warfarin Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Warfarin Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Warfarin Tablet

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Warfarin Tablet with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Warfarin Tablet

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Warfarin Tablet.

Unknown