Warfarin (Noun)
Meaning
An anticoagulant (trade name Coumadin) use to prevent and treat a thrombus or embolus.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed warfarin to the patient to prevent the formation of blood clots after the surgery.
- Warfarin is commonly used to treat patients with atrial fibrillation who are at high risk of stroke.
- The patient was taking warfarin to thin her blood and prevent the growth of the existing clot.
- Warfarin therapy requires regular monitoring of the patient's blood to ensure the correct dosage.
- The patient's warfarin dosage was adjusted to prevent excessive bleeding after a minor injury.