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Treatment Options
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Oral Anticoagulants
Oral anticoagulants take about 1 week to become fully active in decreasing the ability of the blood to clot. Until they become completely active, they may be taken with heparin or low molecular weight heparins. Once the oral drug reaches full effectiveness, it is usually continued for 3 to 6 months or longer to prevent additional blood clots from forming. Drugs in the class
Warfarin Tablets
(
Coumadin Tablets,
Jantoven Tablets
)
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Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.
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