Ingredient

Warfarin Sodium

Warfarin sodium is an anticoagulant used to prevent blood clots by inhibiting blood coagulation.

See medicines used for Chronic Conditions
All medicines
3
Single ingredient
3
Prescription medication
3

MFDS ingredient code M081434

What does it do?

Warfarin sodium belongs to a class of anticoagulants that prevent blood coagulation. It is used for the purpose of preventing the formation of blood clots, thereby maintaining smooth blood flow in the vessels. It is primarily utilized for the prevention and treatment of thrombosis.

Warfarin sodium interferes with the action of vitamin K, reducing the production of proteins necessary for blood coagulation. This prevents excessive blood clotting and helps to prevent the formation of clots.

Commonly used for

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike other anticoagulants, warfarin sodium acts on vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors. Care must be taken with food and drug interactions during usage, and monitoring tests to assess treatment efficacy are important.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

Category
Dosage form
Strength
Category

3 total

Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

Questions about this ingredient

No questions yet.

For anything that needs medical judgment, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.