Description

Warfarin is an anticoagulant medication used to prevent and treat blood clots forming in the legs, lungs, brain, or heart .

Prescription

• Available by prescription only.

Therapeutic Category

• Anticoagulant.

Active Ingredients/Composition

• The active ingredient is Warfarin Sodium 3mg.

Vitamins

• None.

Minerals

• None.

Variant

• Available in various strengths, such as 1mg, 5mg.

Consume Type

• Oral tablet.

Directions/Usage

• Take as directed by a healthcare professional.
•  The usual dose is between 3-9 mg, taken once daily.
•  Try to take the medicine at the same time each day.

Common Side Effects

•  Bleeding gums
•  Nosebleeds
•  Bruising easily
•  Black tarry stools
•  Blood in urine
• Heavy bleeding or oozing from cuts and wounds
•  Unusually heavy menstrual bleeding 

Package Type

• Blister pack of 2 x 14 tablets (28 tablets in a pack) [1).

Storage Advice

•  Store in original package/container to protect from light.
•  Do not store above 25°C.
•  Do not use after the expiry date printed on the container .

Safety Advice

•  Use as directed by a healthcare professional.
•  Monitor for signs of bleeding or overdose.
• Consult a healthcare professional before taking if pregnant, breastfeeding, or having a medical condition .

Product Substitutes

• Other anticoagulants, such as Acenocoumarol, Phenindione, or Dabigatran.

Manufacturer/Marketer

• Crescent Pharma Ltd 

Country of Origin

• UK