Cofarin 5mg Tablet is an oral anticoagulant which helps prevent the formation of harmful blood clots in the legs, lungs, brain and heart. It is used for deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and stroke prevention.

Cofarin 5mg Tablet is an oral anticoagulant which helps prevent formation of harmful blood clots in the legs, lungs, brain and heart. For the best result, take it at the same time every day. It is required to get regular blood tests (PT/INR) done to make sure this medicine is working properly. It can increase the risk of bleeding, so be careful while shaving, cutting nails, using sharp objects or enganging in contact sports (e.g. football, wresling). Let your doctor know if you see blood in your vomits, urine or stool (black or tarry).

Uses of Cofarin Tablet

Prevention of Blood clots

Benefits of Cofarin Tablet

In Prevention of Blood clots

Cofarin 5mg Tablet blocks a substance in the body which is involved in blood clotting. Although it does not “dissolve” blood clots, it can prevent them from getting bigger so your body can dissolve them over time. It will also prevent new ones from forming. It keeps your blood flowing freely around your body and makes it less likely that a clot will form inside a blood vessel. This can help prevent or reduce damage caused by stroke, clots in your lungs (pulmonary embolism) or other blood vessels (thrombosis). It can also make it less likely that parts of a clot will break off and travel to other parts of the body. You should take Cofarin 5mg Tablet regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes to help this medicine be effective.

Side effects of Cofarin Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cofarin

Bleeding

How to use Cofarin Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cofarin 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Cofarin 5mg Tablet with Vitamin K rich food such as spinach, collards, broccoli, spring onions, cucumber and dried basil.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cofarin 5mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Cofarin 5mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cofarin 5mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Cofarin 5mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cofarin 5mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cofarin 5mg Tablet is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. Regular blood tests are recommended when you are taking this medicine.

Liver

CAUTION

Cofarin 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cofarin 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Avoid making sudden major changes to your diet during treatment with this medicine.
Do not consume alcohol while taking Cofarin 5mg Tablet as this may increase its side effects.
If you are going to have a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Cofarin 5mg Tablet temporarily.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

4-Hydroxycoumarin Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Action Class

Vitamin K antagonists

Patient concerns

My father in law is being admitted in hospital due to blood clot in brain. His right leg and arm seems to be paralysed. Doctors in the hospital not briefing us on the problem exactly. Need your second opinion. His age is 67. Having Smoking habit.

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

There are blood clots in the brain arteries

In 3 months pregnancy some blood clots have came

Dr. Dharna Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Get an USG done urgently

I was pregnant in January. I was feeling all symptoms of being pregnant. When I was undergone SCG test, It was negative. Even my blood report also shows absence of HCG. As I am feeling pregnancy symptoms, I continued to do HCG tests for 3 .5months. During this tenure, I had almost no monthly periods.(only sometimes spots seen). I consulted Gynaecologist for this problems. I had undergone sonography test two times. It was showing some blood clots. Doctor suggested to do Anti Mullerian hormone test for uneven/ stopped period for long time. He also gave tablets for period which was consumed by me and I had period for four days in first week of April. AMH test showed worrying result. It was showing value- 0.7. A lower normal range is 0.7 to .0.9. Doctor suggested to complete three month course of OVARUS (75mg) tables. Is there any worries about lower AMH ? What is the reason for this problem? I have thyroid problem and I am taking Eltroxine 100mg since last 7 years.

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Yes low amh shows poor ovarian reserve and it indicates that u should try for pregnancy soon

My penis has some bent to left side when irrected time.I googled that,see there blood clots inside the penis.if any medicine can cure it.? And my penis is around 4 inches.How can increase my penis ?

Dr. Shyam Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

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FAQs

Q. Can the use of Cofarin 5mg Tablet increase the risk of bleeding?

Yes, Cofarin 5mg Tablet increases the risk of bleeding. Always be careful while doing activities that may cause an injury or bleeding. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any abnormal bruising or bleeding.

Q. What medicines should I avoid while taking Cofarin 5mg Tablet?

Cofarin 5mg Tablet can interact with several medicines. Do not take any medicine without talking to your doctor.

Q. When will I feel better after taking Cofarin 5mg Tablet?

Cofarin 5mg Tablet reduces your risk of developing blood clots in the blood vessels of your leg, lungs, heart and brain. You may not feel any difference after taking Cofarin 5mg Tablet. However, keep taking this medicine as prescribed by your doctor because you will still be getting its full benefits.

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