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Warfarin slows the prothrombin time or clotting time of blood. It is prescribed for a number of ailments. An example is for heart patients that have pooling or blood flow problems and the fear of clots in the bloodstream. When the drug creates unwanted bleeding either on the surface or in organs the therapeutic use of warfarin is reconsidered.
One patient has an inefficient heart and was taken off of warfarin and put on a low dose aspirin regimen because they had not had a history of strokes. That would be an example of discontinuing warfarin.
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What happens if you suddenly stop taking warfarin?
Warfarin is a blood thinner given to patients with blood-clotting issues; you should not stop taking warfarin medication or change the dosage without advice from a doctor. Warfarin in some cases has been found to increase your chance of blood clots when stopped abruptly.
Can You Stop Taking Warfrain if no clots?
You should ask your doctor this. If you stop taking Warfarin and get a clot and don't know you have a clot, it could be fatal to you.
What happens when you stop taking Warfarin?
That depends on your particular situation. You could get another clot
Can you take Difene if taking Warfarin?
Can you take Difene for pain while you are taking Warfarin
Can I eat yogurt when taking Warfarin?
Can I drink Gatorade while taking Warfarin
Can i eat sultanas whilst taking warfarin?
Can I eat sultanas using warfarin
Can you stop taking warfrin?
You should not stop taking warfarin except on your doctor's recommendation as your blood will become more likely to clot potentially leading to serious health problems such as pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis.
Should tomato be eaten while taking warfarin?
Tomato is safe, it's grapefruit that you have to avoid, if you are taking warfarin (also known as coumadin).
Can you eat leeks if taking warfarin?
If taking warfarin, you should avoid vegetables which are rich in vitamin K, such as leeks, spinach, broccoli and peas.
Can you take tums if you are taking warfarin?
Yes.
Can I drink a gin and tonic while I am taking warfarin?
Yes, it doesn't affect how well warfarin works.
Can you eat porridge while taking warfarin?
Yes, you can.
