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Vitamin K

Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays an important role in blood clotting. The body can store fat-soluble vitamins in fatty tissue.
Dr. Jeff Livingston
Dr. Jeff Livingstonreviewed this
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
BrandsAquamephyton, Mephyton, Konakion
Generic DrugPhytonadione

Side Effects

Common

Flushing
Pain at injection site
Stomach upset
Abnormal sense of taste
Decreased taste

Serious

Hypersensitivity

Treats

Cholestasis of pregnancy
Condition
Vitamin K deficiency
Condition
Vitamin deficiency
Condition
Alagille syndrome
Condition

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