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Drug Side Effects: Types

Side effects fall into several categories. Allergic reactions can happen with any drug and can range from itching and rash all the way up to a life-threatening anaphylactic reaction.

Other side effects simply –come with the territory.” Some drugs can't help but trigger side effects because of their chemical structure. One example is the common allergy drug diphenhydramine (also known by the brand name Benadryl). Though it eases allergy symptoms, it also suppresses the activity of the body chemical acetylcholine, and that leads to drowsiness and a host of other side effects, including dry mouth.

Some drugs have barely noticeable side effects when dosed properly. For example, Warfarin (Jantoven, Coumadin) used to prevent blood clots, is usually well tolerated, but serious internal bleeding can occur.

Side effects may only pop up when certain drugs are mixed with certain other things. These might also be...

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Jantoven Drug Center

What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Jantoven Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

Jantoven (crystalline warfarin sodium) structural formula illustration

Crystalline warfarin sodium occurs as a white, odorless, crystalline powder, is discolored by light and is very soluble in water; freely soluble in alcohol; very slightly soluble in chloroform and in ether.

Jantoven® Tablets (Warfarin Sodium Tablets, USP) for oral use contain: 1 mg, 2 mg, 2½ mg, 3 mg, 4 mg, 5 mg, 6 mg, 7½mg or 10 mg of crystalline warfarin sodium, USP. They also contain:

All Strengths: Lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, povidone, and pregelatinized starch (corn).

1 mg: FD&C Red #40 Aluminum Lake

Jantoven® Tablets (Warfarin Sodium Tablets, USP) are indicated for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of venous thrombosis and its extension, and pulmonary embolism.

Jantoven® Tablets (warfarin sodium tablets) are indicated for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of the thromboembolic complications associated with atrial fibrillation and/or cardiac valve replacement.

Jantoven® Tablets (warfarin sodium tablets) are indicated to reduce the risk of death, recurrent myocardial infarction, and thromboembolic events such as stroke or systemic embol...

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What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Jantoven Patient Information: Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

  • skin changes or discoloration anywhere on your body;
  • purple toes or fingers;
  • pain in your stomach, back, or sides;
  • low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
  • diarrhea, fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;
  • easy bruising or bleeding that ...

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What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Jantoven Consumer Information: Uses

This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body. Preventing harmful blood clots helps to reduce the risk of a stroke or heart attack. Conditions that increase your risk of developing blood clots include a certain type of irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation), heart valve replacement, recent heart attack, and certain surgeries (such as hip/knee replacement).

Warfarin is commonly called a "blood thinner," but the more correct term is "anticoagulant." It helps to keep blood f...

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What is Jantoven Consumer Information?

Warnings - Uses - How to Use - Side Effects - Precautions - Drug Interactions and More

Jantoven - User Reviews

Jantoven User Reviews

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