Warfin 5mg – 100 Tablets | Powerful Anticoagulant to Prevent Blood Clots

Warfin 5mg Tablets

Warfin 5mg contains Warfarin Sodium, an oral anticoagulant that prevents and treats harmful blood clots. It maintains smooth blood flow, reducing the risk of stroke, heart attack, and clot formation in conditions like deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism (PE), and atrial fibrillation.

Ingredients

Active Ingredient: Warfarin Sodium 5mg

Inactive Ingredients: Lactose, maize starch, magnesium stearate, cellulose, and other excipients

Drug Class

Class: Anticoagulant (Vitamin K antagonist)

Dosage Form

Form: Oral tablet

Uses

• Prevention and treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
• Prevention and treatment of pulmonary embolism (PE)
• Reduces stroke risk in atrial fibrillation patients
• Prevents clot formation in mechanical heart valves or post-surgery

Dosage

• Typical dose: 1 tablet daily or as directed by the physician
• Dosage is individualized and adjusted based on regular INR blood tests
• Do not change dose without consulting your doctor

In Case of Overdose

Symptoms: Excessive bleeding, bruising, blood in stools or urine

Action: Seek immediate medical attention

Missed Dose

• Take as soon as remembered
• If near next dose, skip the missed one
• Never double the dose

How To Use

• Take orally with or without food at the same time each day
• Swallow with a glass of water
• Regular INR monitoring is required to adjust dosage
• Maintain consistent dietary vitamin K intake

When Not to Use

• Active bleeding or bleeding disorders
• Severe liver or kidney disease
• Pregnancy (unless prescribed)
• Allergy to Warfarin or related compounds

Side Effects

Common: Mild bleeding (gums, nose), easy bruising, nausea, vomiting

Serious: Severe/prolonged bleeding, blood in urine/stool, sudden weakness, headache, dizziness, unusual skin discoloration

⚠️ Seek medical help immediately if serious side effects occur

Precautions & Warnings

• Monitor INR levels regularly
• Inform your doctor about all medications and supplements
• Avoid alcohol or sudden diet changes
• Use caution during activities with bleeding risk
• Pregnancy not recommended unless absolutely necessary

Drug Interactions

• Antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin, metronidazole)
• NSAIDs and painkillers (ibuprofen, aspirin)
• Antifungal medicines
• Herbal supplements (ginseng, garlic, ginkgo biloba)
• Other anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs

Storage/Disposal

• Store below 25°C, away from light and moisture
• Keep tightly closed and out of reach of children
• Do not use after expiry date
• Dispose of unused medicine according to local pharmacy/hospital instructions

Control Drug

Prescription-only medication (Rx)

Quick Tips

• Take at the same time daily
• Regular INR monitoring is essential
• Avoid sudden changes in diet, especially vitamin K-rich foods
• Inform your doctor before any surgery or dental procedure
• Carry a medical ID indicating Warfarin therapy