Warfin Tab 5mg

Expert Advice

1. 
   What is the use of this medicine?
   
   
   This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body. It is also used to treat transient ischemic attack (stroke that lasts a few minutes), treatment of venous thrombosis (blood clot in the deep veins), and pulmonary embolism (blood clot in the lungs).
2. 
   What are its side effects?
   
   
   Its side effects are Alopecia (hairfall), rash, diarrhea, skin reaction, GI upset, decreased hemoglobin, fever, pancreatitis, jaundice and hepatic dysfunction.
3. 
   Is it safe for use during pregnancy and lactation?
   
   
   This medication is contraindicated in pregnancy. Caution advised in lactating mothers. Consult your doctor for further assistance.
4. 
   How should it be administered?
   
   
   It is available in both oral and intravenous forms and is taken in the amount and frequency as advised by the doctor. Not recommended in children.
5. 
   How to store it?
   
   
   Store at room temperature away from light and moisture, not in the bathroom, and away from children’s approach.
6. 
   What are its precautions?
   

Weight changes, Hypertension (increased blood pressure), elderly, Impaired kidney and Liver function, GI upset, protein C or S deficiency, thyroid disorders, smoking cessation. Consult your doctor for further assistance.

7. 
   What are the contraindications?
   

Haemorrhagic conditions, Impaired kidney or liver functions. Within 24 hours of surgery or labour.