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As long as it is needed.. In certain medical condition, in can be taken for lifetime. If the INR is regularly controlled, there is no problem in taking this medication for a long period of time.
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Why is Coumadin given in the evenings?
Coumadin could be taken at any moment of the day.. as long as it is taken always at the same time. However, coumadin needs to be controlled by blood test and the dosage should be modified with the INR. The blood test is made in the morning.. the analysis and the results are received in the afternoon. We should modify the dosage for the evening... this is why Coumadin is taken in the evening.
Can you take phenergan if you are taking Coumadin?
can you take warfarin and phenergan together
Can you mix coumadin with Aleve?
Almost everything interacts with coumadin. Aleve is specifically listed as interacting with coumadin. See your doctor or pharmacist. You can probably mix the two, but you need to pay attention to the effect on PT/INR, and on the short vs long term status of everything you take, so that you can adjust the coumadin dose. You are being monitored, aren't you? Again, see your doctor or pharmacist.
How long is some on coumadin?
In some cases, for the rest of your life.
What could happen if one takes acetaminophen with codeine while on coumadin?
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) can increase the effect of Coumadin, so it should be discussed with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it. There a many, many drugs that should not be taken with Coumadin, including many herbal medicines/supplements, such as garlic, ginko biloba, chamomile and ginseng. You need to tell your doctor and your pharmacist every med you are taking, including all OTC (over the counter) meds and herbal supplements.
What could cause a INR of 10.8 in a hospital setting while taking coumadin?
Overdosage. Stop coumadin and give Vitamin K as an antidote. Bleeding is a risk.
Can mineral oil be used along with warfarin?
It blocks the absorbtion of Coumadin and should be taken 6 hours apart
Is coumadin a carcinogen?
Coumadin is not a carcinogen.
Can you crush coumadin?
Coumadin can be crushed.
Can coumadin be crushed?
Coumadin can be crushed.
How long should you take coumadin?
My doctor said that I should allow a full month for coumadin to be entirely out of my system. Hope this helps!
Can you take benzonatate with coumadin?
You can take benzonatate and coumadin together.
