Can Instaflex Be Taken While On Warfarin?

Posted on Wed, 21 Oct 2015

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Wed, 21 Oct 2015 Answered on

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Question : can i take instaflex i am on warfarin

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (54 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Can take with caution as following. ..

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Instaflex contains glucosamine and chondroitin which might increase chances for bleeding as you are already using warfarin (blood thinning drug).

Close monitoring of pt-inr level is highly recommended before deciding to use instaflex.

If I was your caring doctor would advise to take instaflex with caution after evaluating the pt-inr level. If abnormal, I would recommend to stop taking instaflex and adjust the dosage of warfarin.

Can discuss this with your doctor as you should decide together.

All the best!
Dr.Albana

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