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Warfarin and High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Result of checking the interaction of Warfarin and High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) for safety when used together.

Check result:
Warfarin <> High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Relevance: 03.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug interaction with food or lifestyle.

Consumer:

In general, the use of oral anticoagulants is contraindicated in patients with malignant or severe, uncontrolled hypertension. These patients may be at increased risk for cerebral hemorrhage. Therapy with oral anticoagulants should be administered cautiously in patients with moderate hypertension.

Professional:

In general, the use of oral anticoagulants is contraindicated in patients with malignant or severe, uncontrolled hypertension. These patients may be at increased risk for cerebral hemorrhage. Therapy with oral anticoagulants should be administered cautiously in patients with moderate hypertension.

References:
  • Hylek EM, Singer DE "Risk factors for intracranial hemorrhage in outpatients taking warfarin." Ann Intern Med 120 (1994): 897-902
  • "Product Information. Coumadin (warfarin)." DuPont Pharmaceuticals, Wilmington, DE.
Warfarin

Generic Name: warfarin

Brand Name: Coumadin, Jantoven

Synonyms: n.a.

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