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prednisone and warfarin — Drug Interaction

Can you take prednisone and warfarintogether? Here's what FDA data shows.

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Interaction Found

Prednisone can increase how warfarin works in your body, raising your bleeding risk. This happens because prednisone affects how warfarin is processed. You may bruise or bleed more easily.

What to do: Tell your doctor you take both medicines. Your doctor may check your blood work more often or adjust your warfarin dose. Do not stop either medicine without talking to your doctor first.

Source: FDA-approved drug labeling via openFDA

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