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Phytomenadione

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Phytomenadione

Phytomenadione is used as a dietary supplement and an antidote. It acts as a haemostatic agent. It is used for bone formation and blood clotting.

On using Phytomenadione you may experience side effects such as pain, swelling, low blood pressure, pain and inflammation at the injection site, labored breathing, cyanosis, anaphylaxis, dizziness and drowsiness. Should your reactions persist or become worse over time seek medical attention as soon as possible.

Before you start using this medication tell your doctor if: you have any allergy towards any medicines, foods or substances, you are taking any prescriptipon or non-prescription drugs, you are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding a baby.

The dosage for Phytomenadione should be ideally determined by the doctor based on your weight, age, overall medical history and the current condition. The usual dose in adults to treat Vitamin K deficiency is about 10-40 mg per day. For over-anticoagulation the dose is up to 5 mg. If you are being given IV infusion the dose is 0.5-5 mg.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Phytomenadione

    • Nutritional Deficiencies

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Phytomenadione ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Phytomenadione

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

    Medicines containing Phytomenadione

    Below is the list of medicines, which contains Phytomenadione as ingredient

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is a diet supplement that is used in case of vitamin K deficiency and bleeding disorders. It provides vitamin K1 to the body, which is very critical for the coagulation of blood as well as bone formation.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Phytomenadione ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        Obezita 60Mg Capsule

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        Orlimax Capsule

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      References

      • Phytomenadione-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/phytomenadione

      • Phytomenadione-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01022

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
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