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Instance: Warfarin

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Contraindication  
CouldBeRelatedTo Cerebral_infarction, Atrial_fibrillation
Cui C0043031
Definition An anticoagulant that acts by inhibiting the synthesis of vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors. Warfarin is indicated for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of venous thrombosis and its extension, pulmonary embolism, and atrial fibrillation with embolization. It is also used as an adjunct in the prophylaxis of systemic embolism after myocardial infarction. Warfarin is also used as a rodenticide.
DespiteReceivingTreatment  
DoNotUseWithMedicationGroup  
EspeciallyEffectiveAgainst  
Improves Atrial_fibrillation
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TargetDose Highly dependent on patient status, usually 2-3 INR, once a day
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UsedTogetherWithMedication  
UsedWithMedicationGroup  
UseWhenExistsIntoleranceOf  
UseWithTest  

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