Mechanism:Warfarin is a coumarin anticoagulant which depresses the hepatic vitamin K-dependent synthesis of coagulation factors 2,7,and 10.since it is indirect anticoagulant it has no effect on existing clots, its full effects appear after 3-5 days
S. effects: haemorrhage from any organ of the body with the consequent effects of haematomas as well as anaemia.
Precautions: Warfarin should not be given to patients at serious risk of haemorrhage..
Interactions:Many factors may affect anticoagulant effect of warfarin.e.g. Vit. K, thyroid status, renal function, warfarin preparations, factors affecting absorption of warfarin, and drug interactions. Such factors may be responsible for aPseudoephedrinerent resistance to warfarin and a few patients have displayed hereditary resistance. Dosa e: 10 mg Daily for 3 days then 2:30 mg Daily acc. To the case of each patient
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Mechanism:Warfarin is a coumarin anticoagulant which depresses the hepatic vitamin K-dependent synthesis of coagulation factors 2,7,and 10.since it is indirect anticoagulant it has no effect on existing clots, its full effects appear after 3-5 days
S. effects: haemorrhage from any organ of the body with the consequent effects of haematomas as well as anaemia.
Precautions: Warfarin should not be given to patients at serious risk of haemorrhage..
Interactions:Many factors may affect anticoagulant effect of warfarin.e.g. Vit. K, thyroid status, renal function, warfarin preparations, factors affecting absorption of warfarin, and drug interactions. Such factors may be responsible for aPseudoephedrinerent resistance to warfarin and a few patients have displayed hereditary resistance. Dosa e: 10 mg Daily for 3 days then 2:30 mg Daily acc. To the case of each patient
Note: All the provided information about this drug does not substitute for consulting a doctor.