Warfarin & You

By V.B. Blake

Warfarin, also known as Coumadin, is the most widely prescribed anticoagulant drug in North America but despite its effectiveness treatment with Warfarin has several shortcomings. Many commonly used medications interact with Warfarin, as do some foods, which may enhance or reduce its anticoagulation effect. This ebook explains how Warfarin works, letting readers understand how food and medications alter its effects, and also provides information on how to enjoy a normal, healthy diet while using the drug, manage unusual situations, travel with Warfarin and much more. Includes Vitamin K foods list.

• Language: English
• Publisher: V.B. Blake
• Release date: May 10, 2011
• ISBN: 9780968417812

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WARFARIN & YOU

by

V.B. Blake

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Warfarin & You

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The material in this publication was sourced from various internet websites. It is intended for information purposes only and should not be used in place of consultation with a health care professional. The author, publisher, participating retailers/ pharmacies, vendors, and/or agencies are not responsible for errors, omissions, or inconsistencies with respect to the information contained in this book and does not accept liability whatsoever for reliance by the reader on the information contained herein. The author acknowledges the trademarked status and trademark owners of various products referenced in this work, which have been used without permission. The publication/use of these trademarks is not authorized, associated with, or sponsored by the trademark owners.

WARFARIN & YOU

To my mother.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Foreward

Chapter 1 - What is a blood clot?

Chapter 2 - What causes blood clots?

Chapter 3 - How do I know if I have blood clots?

Chapter 4 - How are blood clots diagnosed?

Chapter 5 - How are blood clots treated?

Chapter 6 - Can I travel?

Chapter 7 - What is Warfarin?

Chapter 8 - Is Warfarin a blood thinner?

Chapter 9 - What is Coumadin?

Chapter 10 - Are there any side effects?

Chapter 11 - Are there any adverse reactions to other drugs?

Chapter 12 - Why do I need regular blood tests?

Chapter 13 - When should I contact my physician?

Chapter 14 - Isn't Warfarin used in pesticides?

Chapter 15 - Who shouldn't take Warfarin?

Chapter 16 - Should I take natural or herbal supplements?

Chapter 17 - What is 'Coleus Forskolin'?

Chapter 18 - What are other important safety considerations?

Chapter 19 - What is Vitamin K?

Chapter 20 - Should I change my diet?

Chapter 21 - What foods should I include in my diet?

Vitamin K Foods List

Chapter 22 - Questions and Answers

Introduction

There is much valuable information available on a wide variety of internet websites that will educate you on every type of blood clot imaginable, what symptoms to look for, complications, and so on. It is not the intent of this small publication to educate you thoroughly on the medical terminology and aspects of blood clots, which is a subject best left to the professional and highly trained individuals. I hope this brief compilation of information