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Hemostasis helps people not lose too much blood, in which vitamin K is an important component of blood clotting. Therefore, patients with deficiency of clotting factors should be supplemented with vitamin K. One drug that helps patients provide this vitamin is Mephyton. So what does Mephyton do?
1. What is the effect of Mephyton?
What does Mephyton do? Vitamin K is used to prevent and treat deficiencies in certain blood clotting factors made by the body. Coagulation factors play a role in helping the blood to thicken and stop bleeding normally (such as after a cut or accidental injury). A deficiency of clotting factors increases the risk of bleeding.
The cause of this condition may be related to the use of certain anticoagulants (such as warfarin) or to another medical condition (such as obstructive jaundice). Mephyton or Vitamin K helps to treat and prevent abnormal bleeding by increasing the body's production of clotting factors.
2. Instructions for using Mephyton
If the patient is using the over-the-counter Mephyton for self-treatment, it is important to read all directions on the product packaging carefully before use. If you have any questions about Mephyton, consult your pharmacist. If your doctor has prescribed Mephyton, the patient should take it as directed.
Mephyton is in the form of quick-dissolving tablets. When using, the patient should put the tablet under the tongue to dissolve, then swallow with water or not. Some other dosage forms of Mephyton require swallowing the tablet whole.
The dose of Vitamin K depends on the patient's age, coagulopathy, and response to treatment. Do not increase your dose or use Mephyton more often or for longer than directed. The patient's condition will not improve any faster and the risk of side effects is higher.
If the patient is taking a certain anticoagulant (such as warfarin), Mephyton may decrease the effectiveness of warfarin for up to 2 weeks. Make sure to take vitamin K and warfarin exactly as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. If the person bruises/bleeds easily or thinks there may be a serious medical problem get medical help right away.
Người bệnh uống thuốc Mephyton cần tuân thủ chỉ định của bác sĩ
3. Side effects of Mephyton
Vitamin K usually has no side effects so if a patient has any unusual reactions contact their doctor or pharmacist immediately. Very serious allergic reactions to Mephyton are very rare with the following symptoms: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.
4. Notes when using Mephyton
Before taking vitamin K, tell your doctor or pharmacist if the patient is allergic to this vitamin or to any other allergies. Before using Mephyton, your doctor or pharmacist should also ask about the patient's medical history, especially: blood disorders, gallbladder disease (such as obstructive jaundice, biliary fistula), liver disease. ..
During pregnancy, Mephyton should only be used when clearly needed after discussing the risks and benefits of taking vitamin K with a specialist. Vitamin K can pass into breast milk, however it is less likely to harm an infant, so it is best for nursing mothers to consult their doctor before taking Mephyton.
Mẹ bầu nên lưu ý khi sử dụng thuốc Mephyton
5. Mephyton drug interactions
Drug interactions can change the way Mephyton works or increase your risk of serious side effects. Some products that may interact with Mephyton include anticoagulants such as acenocoumarol, warfarin...
Avoid taking Mephyton at the same time as orlistat (a weight control drug), wait at least 2 hours. time between taking Mephyton and taking orlistat because drug interactions can reduce the effect of vitamin K.
Tests such as prothrombin time, INR should be done while the patient is taking Mephyton. The patient needs to remember that the best source of vitamins and minerals that the body can get is from food, so the patient should follow a balanced diet according to the dietary guidelines recommended by the doctor. Foods rich in vitamin K that can be used in daily meals include green leafy vegetables such as spinach, bok choy and broccoli.
If the patient is taking Mephyton on a regular schedule but misses a dose, then take it as soon as he remembers. If it is almost time for your next dose of Mephyton, skip the missed dose, do not double it to make up for it.
Store Mephyton medicine at room temperature, away from light and moisture, do not put the medicine in the bathroom, keep the medicine away from children and pets. Do not flush Mephyton down the toilet or down the drain unless it has expired or is no longer needed.
Mephyton is used to prevent and treat deficiencies in certain blood clotting factors made by the body. To ensure the effectiveness of the drug, patients need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor or pharmacist.
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Reference source: webmd.com
