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Could coumadin (warfarin) reduce swelling in joints?
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No: Coumadin (warfarin) is a blood thinner and is given to prevent blood clots and stroke and pulmonary embolism for people who have atrial fibrillation and heart valve replacement. It has no known effect on joint swelling.
Answered 3/22/2019
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