Question 1

what is the definition or description of: coumadin (warfarin) allergy?

Accepted Answer

Coumadin allergy: Coumadin (warfarin)  is a blood thinner medication. 
Allergic reactions can include difficulty breathing, hives and swelling of face, lips, throat, mouth or tongue.

Question 2

on warfarin. looking for the an pollen allergy product that does not interact with warfarin. 
thank you ?

Accepted Answer

Any: I am not aware of any anti-allergy products having interaction with warfarin. Use whatever works for you but nasal steroid will likely be your best bet.

Question 3

is 7mg a high dose for coumadin (warfarin)?

Accepted Answer

Moderate: Dosing is idiosyncratic, that is, depends upon one's hepatic metabolism which is very difficult to know with certainty, so most mds start low and titrate to effect.

Question 4

what are the risks of coumadin (warfarin) levels of 3.1 is it a concern?

Accepted Answer

Not concerned.: Target range for INR is generally 2-3.  3.1 is barely out of range. It very slightly raises your risk of bleeding over your risk when you are at 3.0. Depending upon your doc this level may or may not produce a change in your dosing.

Question 5

is coumadin (warfarin) a narcotic drug?

Accepted Answer

No: And it's not addictive.

Question 6

can a person taking coumadin (warfarin) eat almond and peanuts?

Accepted Answer

Moderate Vit K: Most nuts have a moderate amount of vitamin k in them, so with each handful you're antagonizing the Coumadin (warfarin) effect, that is, lowering your inr.  Sunflower seeds have a very low amount of vitamin k, but still, the effect is simply dose-dependent: the more you eat them, the greater the impact.  Another thought: ask your md to switch to xarelto or pradaxa...

Question 7

if you take coumadin, (warfarin) is it safe to have a dental procedure?

Accepted Answer

Sure: But if your inr is below 2.5 and gentle surgery is done. Regular dental work can be done with caution. Please consult your dentist and cardiologist.

Question 8

can you have a tooth extracted while you are taking coumadin (warfarin)?

Accepted Answer

Pause may be needed: Your doctor should be monitoring the level of blood thinning by measuring your inr. If your INR is above 3, a tooth extraction can lead to a great deal of bleeding. Before your procedure, your doctor may want to withhold your warfarin (coumadin) until your INR falls to a safer level, then restart immediately after the procedure.

Question 9

what does patient 19.5h mean in a lab for a patient taking coumadin (warfarin)?

Accepted Answer

Ask the lab: You must ask the lab what 19.5h means.  What does the h stand for?  Most results for patients taking Coumadin (warfarin) are reported in seconds.  The report should have a control number.  It should also have a inr number.  Once the labroatory supplies you with a definition of h, ask your question again.

Question 10

what over-the-counter medicine can i take for a bad cold that would work with coumadin (warfarin) and insulin?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamines&tylen: Anti-histamines, such as benadryl, and tylenol (acetaminophen) are available over the counter and can help symptoms of a cold.  They are not always successful.  These medication won't interfere with Coumadin or insulin.

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