Feb 04 2010
FDA Updates Label for Commonly Used Blood Thinner to Include Dosing Recommendations Based on Genetics
Warfarin (Coumadin®) is a blood thinner given to people at high risk for the formation of blood clots due to conditions such as deep vein thrombosis, heart valve disease or replacement, and irregular heart beat. The drug is also given to prevent recurrence of pulmonary embolism, heart attack and stroke.
If too little warfarin is prescribed, [...]
