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A member asked:
What are the risks of quitting coumadin (warfarin)?
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Depends on why: You are taking it. Atrial fibrillation? Stroke. Artificial heart valve? Death. Deep venous thrombosis? Pulmonary embolus. Pulmonary embolus? Death. Not a good idea to stop it if your doctor put you on it, unless there is a serious bleeding complication, then it should be stopped under a doctor's supervision.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Coumadin (warfarin) : We don't use this drug without serious reason for it. Stopping it can risk the patients life if stopping is inappropriate. Should discuss with the treating doctor to understand the situation.
Answered 12/11/2013
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