Drug | Tablet
Acenocoumarol 2 mg
Prevention and treatment of blood clots (thromboembolism) such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism (PE); prevention of stroke/systemic embolism in atrial fibrillation; prevention of clotting in patients with mechanical heart valves; secondary prevention after myocardial infarction where anticoagulation is indicated
Acenocoumarol is a vitamin K antagonist anticoagulant. It inhibits vitamin K–dependent synthesis of clotting factors II, VII, IX and X in the liver, thereby reducing the blood’s ability to form clots. Its effect is monitored using INR and dose is adjusted accordingly.
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor; dose is individualized based on INR. Usually taken once daily at the same time each day, with or without food. Do not stop, skip, or double doses; if a dose is missed, take it the same day as soon as remembered (do not double the next day). Regular INR testing is essential.
Common side effects of Acitrom 2 Tablet may include:
Risk of serious/life-threatening bleeding—seek urgent care for severe headache, weakness, coughing/vomiting blood, black stools, heavy menstrual bleeding, or any unusual bleeding. Requires regular INR monitoring and dose adjustments. Inform doctor before any surgery/dental procedure; may need temporary stoppage/bridging. Maintain consistent dietary vitamin K intake (avoid sudden changes in green leafy vegetables); avoid OTC NSAIDs/aspirin unless advised. Use caution in liver/kidney disease, uncontrolled hypertension, history of bleeding, peptic ulcer, alcoholism, elderly. Contraindicated in active bleeding, severe bleeding disorders, recent major surgery with high bleeding risk, and known hypersensitivity.
