Warf 1 Mg

Warf 1 Mg (Warfarin)

What Is The Generic Name For Warf 1 Mg?

Warfarin is the generic version for Warf 1 mg

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Warf 1 mg (Warfarin)?

• Coumadin

About Warf 1 Mg (Warfarin):

Warf 1 mg contains an active ingredient, Warfarin, an anticoagulant which is used to prevent the blood from clotting in conditions like Pulmonary Embolism, Deep Vein Thrombosis, and Artificial Heart Valve Implantation. You can buy it from all the leading pharmacy, drugstores and medical supply stores and can be given by doctor’s prescription only.

Manufacturer:

Cipla (India) is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Warf 1 mg.

Strength:

Warf 1 mg contains an active ingredient, Warfarin, 1 mg which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Warf 1 Mg (Warfarin)?

Warf 1 mg is used in:

• Deep Vein Thrombosis
• Pulmonary Embolism
• Prophylaxis for Myocardial Infarction
• Prevention of Thromboembolism (Atrial Fibrillation)
• Artificial Heart Valve Implantation

How Warf 1 Mg (Warfarin) Works?

Warf 1 mg has an active ingredient, Warfarin, an oral anticoagulant which prevents the formation of harmful Blood Clots. It does not dissolve the existing blood clots but it inhibits them from growing larger and causing serious problems.

Before You Use Warf 1 Mg (Warfarin):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Warfarin
• You do not take alcohol
• Your doctor knows about your Surgeries, Diseases, Pre-existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

What Should You Avoid While Taking Warf 1 Mg (Warfarin)?

• You should avoid taking alcohol
• You should avoid Driving or Machine Operating Jobs
• You should strictly avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Warf 1 Mg (Warfarin)?

You should avoid Warf 1 mg if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it
• Have Bleeding Problems
• Have Liver/Kidney Impairment
• Are Pregnant/Conceiving
• You should always consult your doctor for suitable and effective treatment

Tell Your Doctor If You:

• Have Allergy to it
• Got Blood in the Urine And Stools, Bruising easily, Nosebleeds, Bleeding from your Gums, Bleeding from cuts that are unable to stop, and heavier than normal Menstrual Bleeding
• Are taking Vitamin K supplements and foods like Green Leafy Vegetables, Egg Yolks, Liver, Cereals Containing Oats and Wheat Bran, Avocado, Olive Oil and Broccoli
• Have any Intestinal/Stomach Disease
• Have any Kidney/Liver Disease
• Are Pregnant (should not be taken in the first and third trimester)
• Are having other Diseases, Drugs or Therapies

Dosage:

Warf 1 mg contains an active ingredient, Warfarin, an anticoagulant which is used to prevent blood from clotting. Warf 1 mg is available in various strengths and substitutes and should be given on prescription only. You should always consult your doctor for the duration of dosage as age and severity of the disease differ from person to person.

Adults are advised to take Warf 1 mg at a fixed time, with or without food. Do not consume larger or smaller amounts than Prescribed.

How Much Of The Warf 1 Mg (Warfarin) to Be Used?

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Warf 1 mg.

How To Take The Warf 1 Mg (Warfarin)?

Warf 1 mg dose should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. You must swallow the tablet as a whole with water. Do not chew or crush it. It is better to take it with or without food.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Warf 1 Mg (Warfarin)?

You are always advised to take Warf 1 mg as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it in a large amount or for a longer time than recommended.

Overdose?

Contact your Physician immediately if you are suspecting an Overdose.

Missed Dose?

A missed dose of Warf 1 mg should be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dose if it is the time for the next dose. Do not double the dose for next time if you missed once.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Warf 1 Mg (Warfarin)?

• Abdominal Pain
• Blurred Vision
• Blood in Urine and Stools
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Diarrhea
• Skin Rash and Itching
• Yellow Colored Eyes or Skin
• Muscle or Joint Pain
• Excessive Air or Gas In Stomach
• Hair Loss or Thinning of The Hair

What Are The Common Drug Interactions?

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Warf 1 mg which can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs or Herbal Supplements. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Ethinyl Estradiol
• Aspirin
• Proton Pump Inhibitors
• Fluoroquinolone Antibiotics

It interacts with few diseased conditions like:

• Bleeding
• Liver Disease
• Gastrointestinal Disorders

Warning And Precaution:

Warf 1 mg should be used very cautiously in:

• Impaired Liver/Renal Function
• Hypersensitivity
• Bleeding/CNS Bleeding
• Diabetes
• Tissue Necrosis
• Calciphylaxis: It is advised to stop the treatment if after monitoring; pain and change in skin color appear. 
• Pregnant women
• Low Platelet Levels
• Always consult your doctor to get the best possible treatment and dosage adjustment in the above conditions.

Things To Remember:

• Warf 1mg Tablet should not be taken with Vitamin K rich food such as Spinach, Cucumber, Broccoli, Spring Onions, and Dried Basil
• Liver and Kidney Function monitoring is important while taking this medicine due to an increase in the risk of bleeding
• You must keep yourself present for regular Blood checkups to estimate the INR value (International Normalized Ratio of Prothrombin time of Blood Clotting)
• Keep out of reach of children
• Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding the dose, time, and strength of the Tablet

Indications:

Do not stop Warf 1 mg abruptly or do not take it for longer than recommended by your physician

Storage:

Store the Warf 1 mg at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the strip of the tablets should be intact and not damaged.