Warfarin User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

Brand names: Coumadin, Jantoven

Warfarin has an average rating of 8.1 out of 10 from a total of 56 reviews on Drugs.com. 71% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 10% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Warfarin

chipeto
Taken for 1 to 6 months
March 14, 2017

For Heart Attack "This was recommended to my brother in law last year and he almost died from it, severe and I mean severe diarrhea, falling all over the place, it was terrible then my sister told the clinic she would not let him take any more and from that day he just improved back to his normal self, in December last year 2016, my sister had a mild heart attack and she is now on Warfarin, she has exactly the same symptoms though not as bad, I have urged her to take it up with her own GP which she will do in three days time, what I don't understand is every "specialist" says that you should avoid Aspirin when taking Warfarin so why do they prescribe them together? STRANGE"

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rellim...
March 5, 2015

For Heart Attack "Dad has been on warfarin/Coumadin for over 10 years. He started taking it after he had a triple bypass. He has since had two stents, one at a time. He is 83 years old, and has been getting along great. He recently got sick, went to hospital. All of his symptoms could have been side affects from the warfarin. The doctors would not put down a reason for his getting ill. I would give warfarin a good rating. By the way, if you start interacting with cartoon characters on TV, or can watch a movie, just by closing your eyes, don't be alarmed. You're not alone. Just try to have fun with it. That's what dad does."

7 / 10

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Anonymous
November 15, 2009

For Deep Vein Thrombosis, First Event "I am 23 and have been taking this for a year now. After suffering from a blood clot in my leg last year, I found out that I have a blood clotting disorder that is caused by a genetic mutation and have to remain on a blood thinner permanently. I have been taking Warfarin from the beginning and have had no side effects. My uncle had tried Warfarin and suffered from a few side effects which prompted him to switch to Coumadin. For the short time he was on Coumadin, he had no complaints. I suppose it depends on the individual but the Warfarin has been working just fine for me and is very affordable."

10 / 10

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Pug
Taken for 10 years or more
November 11, 2020

Coumadin (warfarin) for Pulmonary Embolism, Recurrent Event "I've been taking Coumadin for about 20 years. I have many times gone too long without going for my blood work, but I work a lot of hours. The only occasional side affect is a bad headache. I went to one of the top hematologists in our area and was told if I tolerate it well that I shouldn't switch. My internist has been trying for years to switch me to a 'equivalent' that doesn't need the maintenance but if I don't have any problems with it I am going to stick with it I am. It has saved my life for a long time, between having DVT's and PE's. Apparently, a congenital problem according to the experts."

10 / 10

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Anonymous
October 8, 2008

For Deep Vein Thrombosis, First Event "I have been on Warfarin for about 6 months now. I had a kidney removed and later it was discovered through testing that I had a blood clot in my leg, therefore, my physician put me on Warfarin. I have been up and down with my dosages as one time my INR was too high and then it's too low - as of now I am alternating doses every other day - I will see next week if that helps keep my INR steady. I have not noticed any side effects from this drug, but I am also on a kidney drug which has given me quite a few side effects so maybe I just don't notice any from the Warfarin."

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Andy...
Taken for 10 years or more
October 21, 2021

Coumadin (warfarin) for Prosthetic Heart Valves, Mechanical Valves - Thrombosis Prophylaxis "I had a St Jude mechanical valve implanted in 2011 and have been on Coumadin since. Now I hear they’re stopping making the brand name formulation? What am I supposed to do? My INR has been fluctuating between 1.8 to 4.6. weekly and I get blood drawn once a week and determining how much to take or not take is almost a daily battle. I’m going to need another similar medication now? I’ve been faithful to my schedule and despite the constant daily dose changes I’ve been doing ok. I hear that there are now better and less dangerous anti- clotting medication. This may be a good thing. There’s not just Coumadin available now. We’ll see. Insurance is still paying for it so until they stop covering it I will stay with Coumadin."

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bobbie
January 19, 2020

For Heart Attack "my late wife had been on warfarin for a number of years. What looked like bruises showed up on the back of both legs below the knees. The "bruises" eventually became open sores and would not heal -calciflaxis. The sores opened up around mid April 2019 and she passed away late August 2019. The wounds DR. that was treating the open wounds did tell my wife that "you may die from this type of problem as the blood vessels are calcifying". The Dr. she saw for possible kidney problems immediately placed her on a different blood thinner as he said "I see cases of this only in patients that are on dialysis"."

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Daniel
Taken for 10 years or more
September 30, 2023

For Deep Vein Thrombosis, Recurrent Event "I have been using warfarin now for 12 years for DVTs. After the first year, I was taken off warfarin and put on Xarelto for 4 months and had gotten my second new blood clot in my other leg, and a Baker's cyst under my left knee. So, I was then put back on warfarin and have been on it ever since. I can't say that I've had headaches from using warfarin per se. Other than brain fog, I would say probably sums it up the most. But I'm glad I'm taking it and will be for the rest of my life."

10 / 10

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tom
Taken for 2 to 5 years
November 12, 2012

Jantoven (warfarin) for Prevention of Thromboembolism in Atrial Fibrillation "Been on Jantoven a number of years- no problem really. Have my INRs regularly every month. Usually between a 2-3 (as it should be). Would recommend."

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Anonymous
April 10, 2011

Coumadin (warfarin) for Prosthetic Heart Valves, Tissue Valves - Thrombosis Prophylaxis "I have been taking coumadin for 21 years, since I had an aortic valve replacement."

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Anonymous
February 13, 2009

Coumadin (warfarin) for Pulmonary Embolism, First Event "I am still alive because of this drug and I am not an advocate of the medical profession."

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Anonymous
November 16, 2009

Coumadin (warfarin) for Deep Vein Thrombosis, First Event "Everything that goes into the mouth has to be reviewed for interactions with this drug. It can also cause swelling and hair loss."

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Buddy...
October 28, 2009

Coumadin (warfarin) for Pulmonary Embolism, First Event "This drug saved my life."

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Big...
September 29, 2008

Coumadin (warfarin) for Deep Vein Thrombosis, First Event "I'm still alive thanks to this drug! So far so good."

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Anonymous
December 27, 2008

Coumadin (warfarin) for Deep Vein Thrombosis, First Event "Coumadin is very effective. Home monitoring of INR with finger sticks helped with ease of use."

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wjohns
Taken for 2 to 5 years
May 20, 2013

For Pulmonary Embolism, First Event "I am so thankful to be alive. I had a pulmonary embolism in Jan 2011. They had my family in family room, didn't expect me to survive. BUT, GOD said differently. I am so THANKFUL. "

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Anonymous
January 29, 2011

Coumadin (warfarin) for Antiphospholipid Syndrome "Since I started on Coumadin I have a lot less leg pain and can think more clearly."

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jones
October 11, 2008

Coumadin (warfarin) for Deep Vein Thrombosis, First Event "Worked very well."

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Anonymous
Taken for 6 months to 1 year
April 6, 2017

Coumadin (warfarin) for Deep Vein Thrombosis Prophylaxis after Hip Replacement Surgery "It helped me have a stroke faster while I was active and out going left me in a wheelchair with double the pain between my affected side and my back. NO good. Changed my life and my family lives also"

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Wendy...
Taken for 10 years or more
February 26, 2014

For Prosthetic Heart Valves, Mechanical Valves - Thrombosis Prophylaxis "Haven't had a problem have been on warfarin for 10 years now."

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nezha
September 12, 2007

For Pulmonary Embolism, First Event "My mom was diagnosed with pulmonary embolism. She was two weeks into warfarin and heparin treatment when she started having diarrhea, very severely. Second diagnosis, ulcerative colitis."

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Anonymous
June 12, 2011

Jantoven (warfarin) for Deep Vein Thrombosis, First Event "I am concerned about the weight gain after taking this medicine. I have gained over 30 pounds since I started having to take Jantoven almost a year and a half ago."

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flapj...
April 7, 2013

For Heart Attack "Severe muscle pains especially in the neck and shoulder area"

7 / 10

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Tom
Taken for 10 years or more
January 13, 2020

For Prosthetic Heart Valves, Mechanical Valves - Thrombosis Prophylaxis "Have been on warfarin for 28 years. I have a St Jude mitral valve prosthesis. Other than bruising, I have gotten along well."

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Hilary...
May 19, 2016

For Prevention of Thromboembolism in Atrial Fibrillation "Caused extreme pain in arms legs joints disappeared after changing to pradaxa"

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