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Warfarin and ibuprofen: can they be taken together?

What happens when warfarin and ibuprofen are taken together, how serious it is, and what to ask your doctor or pharmacist.

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The interaction

2 of 2 medicines recognised
1 serious4 use with care

Medication and medication (1)

Serious
Warfarin + ibuprofen
Higher bleeding risk, especially from the stomach. Prefer paracetamol for pain; if an NSAID is needed, use the lowest dose for the shortest time with stomach protection.
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Food and drink (3)

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Warfarin and Leafy greens and vitamin K foods (spinach, methi, kale, broccoli, green tea in large amounts)
Big changes in vitamin K foods change warfarin effect. Keep these foods steady from week to week rather than avoiding them.
Source: MyDoctor reviewed list
Use with care
Warfarin and Alcohol
Binge drinking changes warfarin effect and raises bleeding risk. Keep alcohol small and steady.
Source: MyDoctor reviewed list
Use with care
Ibuprofen and Alcohol
Higher stomach bleeding risk with regular drinking.
Source: MyDoctor reviewed list

Lifestyle and environment (1)

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Ibuprofen and iodinated contrast scans (ct with dye)
Pause NSAIDs around a contrast scan to protect the kidneys.
Source: MyDoctor reviewed list

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Common medicine pairs

Warfarin + aspirinWarfarin + ibuprofenClopidogrel + omeprazoleSildenafil + nitroglycerinSimvastatin + clarithromycinAmlodipine + simvastatinLisinopril + spironolactoneWarfarin + fluconazoleMethotrexate + ibuprofenDigoxin + amiodaroneSertraline + tramadolFluoxetine + tramadolLevothyroxine + calcium carbonateSpironolactone + potassium chlorideTelmisartan + potassium chlorideLithium + ibuprofenCiprofloxacin + theophyllineAzithromycin + domperidoneCarbamazepine + ethinylestradiolRifampicin + ethinylestradiolAllopurinol + azathioprineEscitalopram + ondansetronAlprazolam + tramadolDiclofenac + losartanAtorvastatin + clarithromycinWarfarin + paracetamolAspirin + ibuprofenCiprofloxacin + calcium carbonateFurosemide + digoxinDoxycycline + calcium carbonate

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