Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Coumadin
  2. Jantoven

Descriptions


Warfarin is used to prevent or treat blood clots, including deep venous thrombosis or pulmonary embolism. It is also used for blood clots that may be caused by certain heart conditions, open-heart surgery, or after a heart attack. Warfarin is an anticoagulant (blood thinner) that decreases the clotting ability of the blood.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Tablet