TYPES: Coumadin (Warfarin)
BASIC ACTION:
- "Blood thinner"
- Prolongs the time it takes for blood to clot
USES: Prevents and/or helps dissolve blood clots
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS:
- Prolonged bleeding time
- Hemorrhage (Bleeding in excessive amounts)
- Bruising
- Nausea, vomiting
- Bloating, gas
- Diarrhea
- Rash
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- Blood tests will be taken frequently at first to judge the effectiveness of the drug.
- Take medication at the same time each day. Do not stop taking this medication without consultation with physician.
- Be aware that your skin may bruise more easily with anticoagulants.
- Call physician immediately if any of the following danger signs occur: unusual bleeding, nose bleeds or other bleeding that is hard to stop, coughing up blood, or large, severe, multiple bruises.
- Apply firm pressure immediately, if cut oneself. Call the doctor without delay, if the bleeding does not subside within a few minutes.
- Consult the doctor before taking any aspirin-containing products, or other nonprescription drugs.