Mywarf Tablet

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology

Last updated on 08 Nov 2024 | 11:10 AM (IST)

Mywarf 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.

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General Information

Contains

Warfarin (5mg)

Marketer

Parnasa Mediworld Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Mywarf Tablet should be taken as advised by the doctor. You may take it with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time. This medicine should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit, even if you feel fine. It is preventing future harm.

Use of this medicine may increase your risk of bleeding. Let your doctor know immediately if you see pinpoint rash or blood in your vomits, urine, or stool. If you are going under any surgery or dental treatment then you may need to stop this medicine for some time but only after consulting with your doctor.

Before taking it, you must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and about all the other medications that you are taking regularly.

Uses of Mywarf Tablet

Deep vein thrombosis
Pulmonary embolism
Stroke prevention
Blood clots

Side effects of Mywarf 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 Mywarf

Bleeding

How to use Mywarf 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. Mywarf Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Mywarf Tablet with Vitamin K rich food such as spinach, collards, broccoli, spring onions, cucumber and dried basil.

How Mywarf Tablet works

Mywarf Tablet is an anticoagulant. It works by preventing the formation of harmful blood clots. Although it does not dissolve the existing blood clots, it prevents them from growing larger and causing blockages in the blood vessels.

All substitutes for Mywarf Tablet

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

Avoid making sudden major changes to your diet during treatment with this medicine.
Do not consume alcohol while taking Mywarf 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 Mywarf Tablet temporarily.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.
You have been prescribed Mywarf Tablet to help prevent blood clots.
For best results, take it at the same time every day.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to make sure Mywarf Tablet is working properly.
Mywarf Tablet increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, using sharp objects or engaging in contact sports (e.g. football, wrestling).
Notify your doctor if you see blood in your vomit, urine or stool (black, tarry stools or bright red blood).
Avoid making sudden major changes to your diet during treatment with this medicine.
If you are going to have a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Mywarf Tablet temporarily.
Do not consume alcohol while taking Mywarf Tablet as this may increase its side effects.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Mywarf Tablet.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Mywarf 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

Mywarf 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

Mywarf Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mywarf Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Mywarf 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

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

Frequently asked questions

Can the use of Mywarf Tablet increase the risk of bleeding?

Yes, Mywarf 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.

What medicines should I avoid while taking Mywarf Tablet?

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

When will I feel better after taking Mywarf Tablet?

Mywarf 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 Mywarf Tablet. However, keep taking this medicine as prescribed by your doctor because you will still be getting its full benefits.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

4-Hydroxycoumarin Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Action Class

Vitamin K Antagonists

Related lab tests

Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time

Platelet Count

Prothrombin Time

References

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Fox KA, White HD, Gersh BJ, et al. Antithrombotic Agents: Platelete Inhibitors, Acute Anticoagulants, Fibrinolytics, and Chronic Anticoagulants. In: Opie LH, Gersh BJ, editors. Drugs for the Heart. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Elsevier Saunders; 2013. pp. 356-59.
Weitz JI. Blood Coagulation and Anticoagulant, Fibrinolytic, and Antiplatelet Drugs. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 860-65.
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User feedback

Patients taking Mywarf Tablet

Once A Day

60%

Alternate Day

40%

Patient concerns

Deep vein thrombosis , swelling nd painful in both leg.

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

You need to take a surgical consultation

Looking for a specialist in Deep vein thrombosis preferably in Kochi

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Interventional Cardiology

See a vascular surgeon

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Name: Parnasa Mediworld Pvt Ltd
Address: 14, Kaushalya Park, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, Delhi - 110016, India

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Country of origin: India

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