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Warfarin Monitoring: INR Targets, Side Effects & Management | Anticoagulation Explained

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Warfarin, a commonly used oral anticoagulant, requires careful INR monitoring to balance effectiveness and safety. But how do you interpret INR results, manage bleeding risk, and adjust dosages properly? In this high-yield pharmacology video, we cover everything you need to know about Warfarin monitoring, including indications, therapeutic INR ranges, adverse effects, and clinical scenarios—perfect for USMLE, MCCQE, NCLEX, and PLAB prep!



What You’ll Learn in This Video:

How Warfarin Works – Mechanism of action (Vitamin K antagonist)
When to Use It – Indications: DVT, PE, atrial fibrillation, prosthetic heart valves
INR Monitoring – Frequency, target ranges (e.g., 2–3 vs 2.5–3.5)
Factors Affecting INR – Diet (vitamin K), drug interactions, liver function
Side Effects – Bleeding, skin necrosis, purple toe syndrome
Reversal of Warfarin – Vitamin K, FFP, PCC in emergencies
High-Yield Tips – Clinical vignettes for board-style questions

Ideal For:
Medical students, pharmacists, nurses, and anyone preparing for the USMLE, MCCQE, NCLEX, or PLAB exams.


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