| The blood test is called a PT/INR test.
PT/INR stands for Prothrombin Time and International Normalized
Ratio. These tests are used to see how quickly your blood clots
and whether you’re getting the right amount of COUMADIN. |
| If you are taking an anti-coagulant
drug, your doctor will check your PT/INR regularly to make sure
that your prescription is working properly and that your PT/INR
is appropriately prolonged. There is no set frequency for doing
the test. Your doctor will order them often enough to make sure
that the drug is producing the desired effect - that it is
increasing your clotting time to a therapeutic level without
causing excessive bleeding or bruising. |
| Your healthcare provider will determine
how often you will need blood tests. Your COUMADIN dosage may be
carefully adjusted (raised or lowered) to keep your PT/INR level
right for your condition. The results are usually available the
same day. When you get these results, ask your healthcare
provider if you will need to change your dosage of COUMADIN
(Warfarin Sodium). |
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