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Nicoumalone

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Nicoumalone

This drug is used to prevent blood clots. It might be harmful and even fatal, thereby reducing the chances of stroke and cardiac arrest. This drug helps in increasing and catalyzing blood flow in the body by reducing the amount of blood clotting proteins in the bloodstream.

In simple term, it is an anti-coagulant also known as a blood thinner and belongs to the semi-synthetic origin. It is prescribed in conditions like deep vein thrombosis, myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism, rheumatic heart diseases. The dosage depends on the condition of the patient, viscosity of blood, etc.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Nicoumalone

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the contraindications of Nicoumalone ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Nicoumalone ?

    • Bleeding

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Nicoumalone

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming this drug.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming this drug.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming this drug.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming this drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming this drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming this drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of this drug, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      In case of overdose, consult your doctor.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    Medicines containing Nicoumalone

    Below is the list of medicines, which contains Nicoumalone as ingredient

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This drug prevents the synthesis of coagulant factors, II, VII, IX, and X and anticoagulant proteins C and S that are dependent on vitamin K. Therefore, the prothrombin concentration and fibrin in prevented. Therefore, the thrombogenicity of clots is decreased.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Nicoumalone ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        This drug interacts with Zydol 50Mg Suspension, Nolvadex 10Mg Tablet, Zathrin Redimix Suspension, and Pratham 200Mg/5Ml Rediuse Suspension.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
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