Warfarin dosage, maximum doses

Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Take each dose with a full glass of water. Take warfarin at the same time every day. Warfarin can be taken with or without food.

Your body's response to warfarin can be affected by your diet, environment, physical well-being, and other medicines or herbal (botanical) products you use.

Avoid dieting to lose weight while taking warfarin. Tell your doctor if your body weight changes for any reason.

It is important to take warfarin regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.

To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.

If you need to have a lumbar puncture (spinal tap) or any type of dental work or surgery, you may need to temporarily stop using warfarin. Be sure your doctors know ahead of time that you are using this medication.

Carry an ID card or wear a medical alert bracelet stating that you are taking warfarin, in case of emergency. Any doctor, dentist, or emergency medical care provider who treats you should know that you are taking warfarin.

Store this medication at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and light.

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