Warfarin use side effect

 

Warfarin

 

USES

 Deep Vein Thrombosis    - prevent the blood clot formation in legs and other extremities.

Pulmonary Embolism   -  used in the treatment of Pulmonary embolism (blood clot in the lung) by improving the blood flow in the lungs.

Prophylaxis for Myocardial Infarction   - 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     -   used to prevent blood clot formation in patients with heart disorders like atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat).

 

DOSAGE

DEPENDS UPON HEALTH CONDITION

 

SIDE EFFECT

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Warfarin

• Abdominal pain
• Blurred vision
• Blood in urine and stools
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Diarrhea
• Skin rash and itching
• Yellow colored eyes or skin
• Muscle or joint pain
• Excessive air or gas in stomach
• Hair loss or thinning of the hair