Jenn, my mom was warfarin (coumadin) for over 30 years, after she had heart surgery and received an artificial heart valve.
It is a blood thinner, and yes, it can cause problems if you are on too high a dose.
The most important thing to do when taking this drug is to make sure that you follow the prescription exactly, and have your blood tested often to make sure it is in the proper range identified by your doctor.
If you get a serious bump to your head, have a fall, or suffer another injury, it is a good idea to get checked out at an ER for any excessive bleeding (make sure to tell them you are on warfarin and what dose you are taking). But this is just a precaution to prevent trouble before it starts.
If you have real concerns, talk to your pharmacist or doctor - they can help.
If you don't mind my asking, why have you been put on warfarin? (Just my curiousity bump - don't worry if you don't want to answer.)
It is a blood thinner, and yes, it can cause problems if you are on too high a dose.
The most important thing to do when taking this drug is to make sure that you follow the prescription exactly, and have your blood tested often to make sure it is in the proper range identified by your doctor.
If you get a serious bump to your head, have a fall, or suffer another injury, it is a good idea to get checked out at an ER for any excessive bleeding (make sure to tell them you are on warfarin and what dose you are taking). But this is just a precaution to prevent trouble before it starts.
If you have real concerns, talk to your pharmacist or doctor - they can help.
If you don't mind my asking, why have you been put on warfarin? (Just my curiousity bump - don't worry if you don't want to answer.)
