Manufacturer: Cipla, India
Pharmaceutical name: Warfarin
Pack: 15 pills (5 mg)
Warf is prescribed to treat and prevent harmful blood clots that can develop in veins (venous thrombosis), lungs (pulmonary embolism), during irregular heartbeats (atrial fibrillation), or after heart valve replacement surgery. Additionally, Warf helps lower the risk of stroke and other complications for individuals who have experienced a heart attack. Warf functions as an anticoagulant, inhibiting the production of specific clotting factors. In the absence of these factors, blood clots cannot form.
Administer Warf as instructed by your physician. Avoid taking amounts larger or smaller than prescribed or using it for a longer period than advised. Adhere to the instructions on your prescription label. Your doctor might occasionally adjust your dosage to ensure optimal results. Take Warf consistently at the same time each day. It can be consumed with or without food. Refrain from dieting for weight loss while on Warf. Inform your physician if there are any changes in your body weight for any reason. While on Warf, regular blood tests will be necessary. Make sure to see your doctor frequently.
If you require antibiotics, surgery, dental procedures, a spinal tap, or spinal anesthesia (epidural), you might need to temporarily discontinue the medication. Continue taking Warf even if you feel fine, and do not skip any doses unless your doctor advises otherwise. If you happen to miss a dose, inform your doctor immediately. Feel free to ask your healthcare provider any questions regarding the usage of Warf.
All medications may lead to side effects, although many individuals experience none or only mild effects. No common side effects have been reported with Warf.
Seek immediate medical help if you experience any of the following severe side effects: serious allergic reactions (such as rash, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, chest tightness, or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); back, side, muscle, joint, or abdominal pain; black, tarry, or bloody stools; blood in urine (pink or brown); bloody or coffee ground-like vomit; chest pain; decreased urine output; dizziness; fainting; fever; numbness or tingling; unusual pain, color, or temperature change in any body area; pale skin; purple, dark, or painful toes; shortness of breath; sores or ulcers on the skin; stroke symptoms (e.g., confusion, slurred speech, vision issues, weakness on one side of the body); sudden severe pain in legs, feet, or toes; difficulty swallowing; unexplained swelling; unusual bruising or bleeding (like nosebleeds, excessive bleeding from gums, increased bleeding from cuts, heavier menstrual or vaginal bleeding, coughing up blood, or bleeding at the injection site); unusual headache or weakness; any unusual pain, swelling, or discomfort; wounds or sores that do not heal correctly; or yellowing of the skin or eyes.