Warfarin Biotech 5 mg Tablet
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: September 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Prevention and management of thromboembolic disorders.
Dosage (summary)
Initial dose: 5 mg once daily; maintenance: 2.5-10 mg daily based on INR.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 2-8 hours, Duration: 2-5 days
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
- Vitamin K deficiency
- Hyperthyroidism
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Avoid use during pregnancy and breastfeeding; teratogenic effects.
Key Drug Interactions
- NSAIDs
- Fibrinolytics
- Antibiotics
- Herbal products (e.g., St John's Wort)
- Alcohol
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to warfarin
- Haemorrhagic states
- Severe bleeding
- Recent major surgery
- Active peptic ulceration
Common side effects
- Haemorrhage
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Skin necrosis
- Alopecia
Counselling Points
- Inform about bleeding risks
- Importance of INR monitoring
- Avoid sudden dietary changes
- Carry anticoagulant card
Serious warnings
- Risk of serious bleeding
- Monitor INR regularly
- Caution in patients with protein C deficiency
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