Warfarin (Pediatric)
Vitamin K antagonist. Requires very frequent monitoring of INR (blood clotting time) and is heavily influenced by diet (green leafy vegetables).
Dosage by Body Weight
Pediatric starting dose: 0.1 mg/kg to 0.2 mg/kg once daily. Maintenance dose is highly variable.
- Body Weight
- 10-20 kg
- Dose
- 1 mg to 2 mg (Initial)
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Regular blood tests (INR) are mandatory.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-20 kg | 1 mg to 2 mg (Initial) | Once daily | Regular blood tests (INR) are mandatory. |
Formulation
Tablet
Purpose
Long-term anticoagulation for children with mechanical heart valves or recurrent clots.
Generic Name
Warfarin Sodium
Branded Drug Names
Warfarin (Pediatric) is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
- Coumadin
- Uniwarfin
Scheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.
Alternatives
EnoxaparinAspirin