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A member asked:

Blood inr is 1.1 but target is 2.5. currently taking 5mg warfarin daily. can you suggest a dose adjustment to achieve the target?

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Dr. Michael Dugan answered

Specializes in Hematology

Absolutely not: All warfarin adjustments need to be done by the prescribing physician in the context of your reason for blood thinning and your other health circumstances and medications.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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