Warfarin

Generic Name
Warfarin
Brand Names
Coumadin, Jantoven
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C19H16O4
CAS Number
81-81-2
Unique Ingredient Identifier
5Q7ZVV76EI
Background

Warfarin is an anticoagulant drug normally used to prevent blood clot formation as well as migration. Although originally marketed as a pesticide (d-Con, Rodex, among others), Warfarin has since become the most frequently prescribed oral anticoagulant in North America. Warfarin has several properties that should be noted when used medicinally, including its ...

Indication

Indicated for:

1) Prophylaxis and treatment of venous thromboembolism and related pulmonary embolism.

2) Prophylaxis and treatment of thromboembolism associated with atrial fibrillation.

3) Prophylaxis and treatment of thromboembolism associated with cardiac valve replacement.
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Associated Conditions
Myocardial Infarction, Pulmonary Embolism, Stroke, Systemic Embolism, Thromboembolism, Transient Ischemic Attack, Venous Thrombosis (Disorder)
Associated Therapies
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