The Coumadin® (Warfarin) Help Book

The Coumadin (Warfarin) Help Book is essential reading for anyone taking the anticoagulant drug Coumadin or its generic form warfarin-especially if you find the dietary and medication guidelines confusing or complicated. Emphasizing that consistency is the key to success, the Help Book explains why these drugs require modifications to your diet and careful monitoring of both prescription and over-the-counter medications. It provides the information you need to manage your medication and get on with your life.

Diana M. Schneider, Ph.D., is a biochemist as well as the publisher of books on a wide range of health and wellness topics

Introduction	p. vii
From the Author: How to Use This Book	p. xi
General Guidelines for Successfully Managing Coumadin and Warfarin	p. xv
The Basics: Why Anticoagulation Is Necessary
What Is an Anticoagulant, and Why Is Controlling Blood Clotting So Important?	p. 3
The Consequences of Abnormal Clot Formation: Stroke, Heart Attacks, and More	p. 11
Common Conditions That Cause Blood Clots to Form	p. 17
Successful Anticoagulation Management
How Should I Take Coumadin or Warfarin?	p. 25
Monitoring: Maintaining Your Clotting Rate in the Desired Range	p. 37
Side Effects of Oral Anticoagulant Therapy	p. 43
Dietary Considerations with Oral Anticoagulant Therapy	p. 53
How Do Drugs and Supplements Affect Coumadin or Warfarin Levels?	p. 57
Oral Anticoagulants and Other Medical Conditions	p. 65
General Health Concerns
Managing Your General Health	p. 73
Out and About: Managing Coumadin or Warfarin Away From Home	p. 79
Resources	p. 83
Index	p. 89
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The Coumadin® (Warfarin) Help Book Anticoagulation Therapy to Prevent and Manage Strokes, Heart Attacks, and Other Vascular Conditions

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