Question 1

if  taking warfarin sodium will there be any reaction if i wanted to take a nutrition program to lose weight? is there an alternative to warfarin

Accepted Answer

Probably: Some green vegetables and possibly cranberry juice contain vitamin k which can counteract the blood thinning effect of warfarin. These should be avoided in large amounts. If you take warfarin for treatment of non-valvular atrial fibrilation, you may be a candidate for a new drug called pradaxa. It 's taken twice daily,  still has a risk of bleeding, but does not require monthly blood work.

Question 2

i am having side effects of warfarin sodium? what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Change meds: consider switching to newer anticoagulant such as Xarelto or injectable medications. Xarelto is generally well tolerated and does not require blood testing.

Question 3

can dialysis patient taken warfarin sodium tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Warfarin: Yes they can take wafarin.

Question 4

can warfarin sodium cause gum bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes! See Physician: If your warfarin level becomes too high your gums can bleed, in this case you would be at high risk of  hemorrhage, seek medical help inmediately.  If your gums are healthy due to  regular visits to dentist and good oral home care, then no gum bleeding.

Question 5

why heparin is administered in pulmonary embolism? and why not warfarin sodium?

Accepted Answer

Heparin is used: To achieve rapid full anti coagulation. Warfarin is then introduced, but takes 5-7 days to establish a therapeutic level.

Question 6

whare can i find a list of foods to avoid while taking coumadin (warfarin)?

Accepted Answer

Anything: Truly you can have any diet when you're on coumadin, (warfarin) but the most important thing to remember is to be consistent with it. That way your physician can make adjustments to your Coumadin (warfarin) dose accordingly, and get your inr to the desired level no matter the kind of diet you have.

Question 7

are there foods to avoid when taking warfarin/coumadin?

Accepted Answer

Greens and such!: If you are on coumadin/warfarin, you should avoid foods high in vitamin k.  If you eat set amounts of these foods on a daily basis, you shold inform the person managing your coumadin.  Adjustments in your dosing will be made.  You should either avoid them or maintain a steady state of the foods you eat.  This is a very serious drug with complications and you must compy with care very closely.

Question 8

foods to avoid when taking coumadin (warfarin)?

Accepted Answer

Your doctor: Will ask you to be consistent in the intake of vitamin k rich foods ie green leafy vegetables. This will allow consistent regulation of the coumadin (warfarin).

Question 9

please suggest what foods should one avoid when taking coumadin (warfarin)?

Accepted Answer

Anything: Truly you can have any diet when you're on coumadin, (warfarin) but the most important thing to remember is to be consistent with it. That way your physician can make adjustments to your Coumadin (warfarin) dose accordingly, and get your inr to the desired level no matter the kind of diet you have.

Question 10

what foods and drinks am i supposed to avoid while on coumadin (warfarin)?

Accepted Answer

Green leafy vegies: Green leafy vegetables are rich in vitamin k and can affect bleeding time and should not be taken with coumadin (warfarin).

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If taking warfarin sodium will there be any reaction if i wanted to take a nutrition program to lose weight? is there an alternative to warfarin

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Can dialysis patient taken warfarin sodium tablet ?

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Can warfarin sodium cause gum bleeding?

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Why heparin is administered in pulmonary embolism? and why not warfarin sodium?

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Whare can i find a list of foods to avoid while taking coumadin (warfarin)?

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What foods and drinks am i supposed to avoid while on coumadin (warfarin)?

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