Coumadin^® (warfarin sodium) is an anticoagulant "blood thinner" medication used to prevent and treat blood clots. It works to inhibit blood clotting due to various causes by decreasing the formation of certain active clotting factors. This medication, which is available by prescription only, comes in tablet form and numerous different strengths. The recommended dose will vary, depending on how you respond to Coumadin (this is monitored using regular blood tests).

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