Warfarin: Information About Warfarin | Warfarin Interactions | Warfarin Side Effects Coumadin

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Hey guys! This weeks video is a short guide on warfarin also known as (coumadin). I see many patients on warfarin everyday and they are very knowledgable about their medicine, which is fantastic! But here's some information about warfarin, how it works, international normalised ratio (INR) and interactions which you may find useful.

WHAT IS WARFARIN:
Warfarin is the main oral anticoagulant used in the UK. An anticoagulant is a medicine that prevents blood clotting.

Clotting (thickening) is a complex process involving a number of substances called clotting factors.

Clotting factors are produced by the liver and help control bleeding. They work with cells that trigger the clotting process (platelets) to ensure blood clots effectively.

Warfarin blocks one of the enzymes (proteins) that uses vitamin K to produce clotting factors. This disrupts the clotting process, making it take longer for the blood to clot.

WHEN IS WARFARIN PRESCRIBED:
Anticoagulant medicines, such as warfarin, are often prescribed for people who've had a condition caused by a blood clot or have an increased risk of developing harmful blood clots.

TAKING WARFARIN:
It's very important that you take warfarin exactly as directed. Don't increase your prescribed dose unless the doctor in charge of your care advises you to.

Warfarin is taken once a day, usually in the evening. It's important to take your dose at the same time each day, before, during or after a meal.

The aim of warfarin therapy is to decrease the blood's tendency to clot, but not stop it clotting completely. This means the dose of warfarin you're taking must be carefully monitored and, if necessary, adjusted.

You'll have regular blood tests at your GP surgery or local anticoagulant clinic to make sure your dose is correct.

The INR is a measure of how long it takes your blood to clot. When you start taking warfarin, you may be given a yellow booklet about anticoagulants, which explains your treatment.

INTERACTIONS WITH WARFARIN

Medicines
Warfarin can interact with many other medicines, herbal medicines and supplements. Always ask your pharmacist, GP or staff at your anticoagulant clinic before you take them as they may interact with your warfarin.

Foods and drink
Foods containing large amounts of vitamin K include:

• Green leafy vegetables, such as broccoli and spinach
• Vegetable oils
• Cereal grains
• Small amounts of vitamin K can also be found in meat and dairy foods.

When your first dose of warfarin is prescribed, it doesn't matter how much vitamin K you're eating because the dosage will be based on your current blood clotting levels.

However, if you make significant changes to your diet, such as increasing your vitamin K intake or cutting out foods that contain vitamin K, it could interfere with how warfarin works.

Consult the healthcare professional responsible for your care before making any significant changes to your diet while taking warfarin. Why you should avoid cranberry juice whilst taking warfarin is in the link lower down.

Alcohol
Getting drunk or binge drinking is dangerous while taking warfarin. It may increase the effect of the drug, increasing the risk of bleeding.

See links below for more information.

SIDE EFFECTS , WHEN TO SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION & MORE INFORMATION:
Visit the following links,

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DISCLAIMER:
This video is for information only and should not be used for the diagnosis or treatment of medical conditions. Abraham The Pharmacist has used all reasonable care in compiling the information but make no warranty as to its accuracy. Always consult a doctor or other healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.

[RiteshPandya]

Another great informative and enthusiastic video Abraham. It's beginning to become tradition for all the family to crowd around my phone to watch the new video every week!
Looking forward to the next video. Also I think that tablet may have been a 5mg warfarin tablet. But do let me know if I'm wrong. All the best, Mr and Mrs P.

[damavand]

Thanks for another informative video. I watched this with my husband. You answered a lot of questions he never asked his doctor about. Your videos have helped educate us in other topics too such as hypertension and vitamins. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge with us. Our love and respect always....❤️

[NLL]

Great video! I've always wondered how it's monitored and what INR stands for. Love how your videos are always full of information!!

[wilmz]

I'm currently on pursuit of my Master's degree on Pharmacy. I needed this recap. Thank you. 🙏

[asinglebraincell]

Subscribed cause this was very informative thank you! I'm not taking this medication, I just like reading about medications and this one just seems to interact with everything. Seems very important to share this information

[medicineshome]

Love these videos Abraham! patient education is keep it up

[mimo]

I just witnessed a warfarin clinic as a pre-reg pharmacist yesterday and the pharmacy technician went through everything you did with me! And I learnt the colours of the tablets and corresponding strengths pretty quickly. White tablet is 500 mcg or 0.5mg, brown tablet is 1mg, blue tablet is 3mg and pink tablet is 5mg.

[NickC-zjcu]

Highly beneficial!! Thank you so much Abraham. You are a genius. Would love to learn other disease conditions too from you. I have never learnt this good from any other tutor. I am a student I have a very hard time studying. I watch your videos and get motivated but when it’s my time to study I easily get diverted. 😭😭😭 you are 👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏾

[taiclop]

Wow Abraham that was amazing video and it's a good experience and I love the way u explain to everyone and am happy u did Abraham the video is very educational and I love your video. Best keep up the good work Abraham

[snehavarghese]

good presentation, well explained. why is it taken in the evening? Why not in the morning or at night

[tinajones]

Really helpful video to give me an overview of Warfarin and the links in the comments section are a brilliant source of further information. Thanks

[xtodamc]

Hey! Loved the video and alll the details in it. I'm 34 and been on warfarin 5mg since two years now. Had a brain surgery (had to remove blood clots formed in my brain). I have a few questions. Please try and respond to whatever you can.
1) can I get my ear pierced?
2) I know alcohol should be taken in very limited quantities but what about cigarettes and what about vaping?
3) Will it be okay to use Marijuana instead of alcohol /ciggies?
Thanks and waiting for your reply.

[GSSVideos]

What colour is Omeprazole & can it change colour when out of date

[therealandrewcano]

On warfarin since August 2019. 31 years old when I had pulmonary embolism and spent 9 days in the hospital.
Have never felt the same. Feel like I've never gotten back to 100%

[patriciabennett]

You are amazing and inspiring. I compliment you on how informative and teaching in such a good way. You would make a excellent lecture. Thank you for video and blessings and greetings and hugs.xoxo

[yhap-yhap]

im warfarin user 2.5mg ...
i diagnosed CHD Pulmonic Stenosis, Lungs problems, etc.

[freakingdream]

Really helpful video sir
Make a video on what mg of warfarin is relaible or needed according to our !

[foufaben]

Thanks for sharing your information about this medecin

[GSSVideos]

The reason I’m asking because I’m Omeprazole & mine is a yellow capsule.
But found a transparent capsule on the floor and I’m thinking it could be a out of date Omeprazole Capsule.

[xpoztm]

What do you think about the new blood thinners - Xarelto, Pradaxa, etc