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ANTICOAGULANT THERAPY (HEPARIN THERAPY (Measure PTT/aPTT//INR carefully…
ANTICOAGULANT THERAPY
WARFARIN
Foods with high vitamin K content antagonize the effects of warfarin foods (spinach, broccoli, and lettuce)
HEPARIN THERAPY
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Heparin is an anticoagulant that prevents the formation of blood clots. Heparin is used to prevent blood clots caused by certain medical conditions or medical procedures. It is also used before surgery to reduce the risk of blood clots. Wt base
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Tell patient to avoid OTC drugs containing aspirin, other salicylates, or drugs that may interact with heparin unless ordered by prescriber.
Advise patient to consult prescriber before starting herbal therapy; many herbs have anticoagulant, antiplatelet, or fibrinolytic properties.
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