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"Spy started Jan on much higher than usual doses of the heavy-hitting anticoagulant coumadin, which is often required for patients with sticky blood. He also set her up on a constant home blood-monitoring program so that she could keep tabs on her coagulation levels around the clock. When Jan failed even on this regimen, he started her on long-term self-injections of an anticoagulant known as low-molecular-weight heparin, which had only recently been used to treat patients with APS who had not responded to coumadin therapy." - Donna Jackson Nakazawa, The Autoimmune Epidemic (Get the book.)

"The chemical structure of coenzyme Qio is very close to that of vitamin K, so it may be that coenzyme Qio does slow the protime and could have a blunting effect on coumadin therapy. This association should raise interest in performing a study to answer this concern conclusively. In a rat model there has been no association of a coenzyme Qi0 and coumadin interaction. New research indicates that coenzyme Qio may also reduce platelet stickiness, which could help prevent clot formation, which is a desirable effect for prevention of thrombic episodes." - Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D., The Sinatra Solution Metabolic Cardiology (Get the book.) "Consider people taking the commonly prescribed drug called coumadin (warfarin), who may also unknowingly be taking supplements that also have blood-thinning properties. Such a combination—Coumadin plus ginkgo biloba, garlic, fish oil, ginger, or even excessive amounts of vitamin E (>800 IU/day)—may cause a potential risk for bleeding. When patients are afraid to mention alternative supplements and vitamins they may be taking, they may expose themselves to these dangerous combinations." - Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D., The Sinatra Solution Metabolic Cardiology (Get the book.)

"However, coumadin can effectively be used even if you consume vitamin K-containing foods, as long as the quantities you intake remain constant from day to day. The standard blood tests done when you are taking coumadin allows your doctor to simply adjust the coumadin dose to compensate for any increase in vitamin K intake. by mixing with water or juice. Some of the more popular brands are Enriching Greens, Green Magma, Kyo-Green, Greens +, Barlean's Greens, and ProGreens." - Michael T. Murray, Beat Diabetes Naturally: The Best Foods, Herbs, Supplements, and Lifestyle Strategies to Optimize Your Diabetes Care (Get the book.)

"Unfortunately, vitamin K2 cannot be taken by patients taking coumadin, as it is a direct antagonist to coumadin. Vitamin K2 is definitely a part of my Sinatra Solution when it comes to building bones while preventing the deposition of calcium in our blood vessels at the same time. This nutrient definitely complements my metabolic cardiologic approach in the conditions that follow. Now, let me tell you my Sinatra solution for each specific situation. As you will see, when I recommend a range of nutrients, it's best to take each daily dose as two or three divided doses throughout the day." - Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D., The Sinatra Solution Metabolic Cardiology (Get the book.)

"Such formulas are rehydrated Warning—Green Tea VJreen tea, green drinks, green leafy vegetables, and other natural sources of vitamin K can interfere with the blood thinner coumadin (Warfarin). This drug blocks blood clotting in part by interfering with the actions of vitamin K. However, coumadin can effectively be used even if you consume vitamin K-containing foods, as long as the quantities you intake remain constant from day to day." - Michael T. Murray, Beat Diabetes Naturally: The Best Foods, Herbs, Supplements, and Lifestyle Strategies to Optimize Your Diabetes Care (Get the book.)

"Coumadin is one of the most dangerous drugs; however, when administered in conjunction with natural medicines, lower doses of coumadin can be used. By simply adding high levels of vitamin E at levels of3200 E, one would be able to monitor the prothrombin time and adjust or eliminate coumadin dosages. naturopathic prevention and treatment The aim of naturopathic treatments of dyslipidemia is to lower LDL cholesterol, raise HDL cholesterol, and support the organs, specifically the liver, involved in lipid metabolism." - Michael Friedman, ND, Fundamentals of Naturopathic Endocrinology (Get the book.)

"Precautions If you take coumadin, don't take either of these supplements without approval from your doctor. They can be used with aspirin and Plavix (an anticlotting medication), but with caution and under a doctor's supervision. Stop taking nattokinase and lumbrokinase two days prior to surgery and don't resume until about two weeks afterward. fame is its connection to Viagra, the popular drug used for erectile dysfunction (ED). Viagra promotes the action of nitric oxide to help relax blood vessels and vascular smooth muscle tissue in the penis." - Stephen Sinatra, M.D. and James C., M.D. Roberts, Reverse Heart Disease Now: Stop Deadly Cardiovascular Plaque Before It's Too Late (Get the book.)

"When Jan failed even on this regimen, he started her on long-term self-injections of an anticoagulant known as low-molecular-weight heparin, which had only recently been used to treat patients with APS who had not responded to coumadin therapy. Today, Jan has expert supervision of her case and is better able to manage her disease. But myriad threats still lurk in her future." - Donna Jackson Nakazawa, The Autoimmune Epidemic (Get the book.)

"They may be a reaction to certain medications such the blood thinners aspirin and coumadin, and corticosteroids, which can interfere with platelet production. They can also be a revealing sign of an autoimmune disorder or diseases that affect bone marrow, such as leukemia, HIV/ AIDS, certain forms of anemia, and some viral infections. Petechiae and purpura are classic signs of idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), an autoimmune bleeding disorder also characterized by low levels of platelets. (See Black-and-Blue Marks, above." - Joan Liebmann-Smith, Ph. D., and Jacqueline Nardi Egan, Body Signs: From Warning Signs to False Alarms...How to Be Your Own Diagnostic Detective (Get the book.)

"Roberts and I have used coumadin and coenzyme Q10 safely in hundreds of our patients over the years. Safety of Coenzyme Q10 Another concern for both patients and physicians is the question concerning safety of using high doses of orally ingested coenzyme Q10 over long periods of time. The safety is well-documented in the literature. In a recent study, doses as high as 3,000 mg a day were found to be safe and tolerable in patients with Parkinson's disease. According to Hathcock, et." - Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D., The Sinatra Solution Metabolic Cardiology (Get the book.)

"However, it is not safe for everyone to take this herb, because for those taking certain medications, such as coumadin (warfarin), there could be contraindications. So you have to ask your physician if any prescription drug you are taking may prohibit the use of cayenne. This is very important. Otherwise, cayenne, best known as the spice cayenne pepper, should definitely be used, but carefully, because it is very hot! If you use this as a spice, do not cook the pepper with the food but sprinkle it on only after cooking the food, to avoid irritation." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"The Vitamin K Issue One of the most damaging myths has been perpetuated by doctors who tell patients on coumadin to avoid foods rich in vitamin K such as green leafy vegetables, radishes, cabbage, broccoli, spinach, kale, beans, and asparagus. Their reasoning: they interfere with the effectiveness of the medication. Doctors may also say not to take supplements with vitamin K (they usually come in multivitamin formulas). Our concern: the body needs vitamin K for bone strength and for the integrity of arteries, including the coronary blood vessels in the heart." - Stephen Sinatra, M.D. and James C., M.D. Roberts, Reverse Heart Disease Now: Stop Deadly Cardiovascular Plaque Before It's Too Late (Get the book.)

"If you are taking blood thinners such as coumadin, talk with your doctor. Also, no amount of the fish oil will help unless you simultaneously drastically reduce the sources of omega-6s. Typical daily doAe: Start with 1,000 mg and gradually work up to 2,000-6,000 NONFISHY ALTERNATIVES If you are allergic to fish or for ethical or religious beliefs won't use animal products, flaxseed oil, perilla oil—made from an herb related to mint—or hempseed oil are viable options, but in my opinion they are less effective sources of omega-3 fats." - Dr. Steven R. Gundry, Dr. Gundry's Diet Evolution: Turn Off the Genes That Are Killing You - And Your Waistline - And Drop the Weight for Good (Get the book.)

"Moreover, Holsworth reports, nattokinase works effectively as a natural option for patients who cannot use coumadin or heparin, and preventively for people with thrombophilia, a largely genetic predisposition to form clots. Abnormal clot formation contributes significantly to deaths in the United States—more than six hundred thousand Americans each year. An estimated 5 to 7 percent of Caucasians of European descent in the United States have an increased tendency for thrombosis. Clots comprise much of the content of plaque." - Stephen Sinatra, M.D. and James C., M.D. Roberts, Reverse Heart Disease Now: Stop Deadly Cardiovascular Plaque Before It's Too Late (Get the book.)

"The standard blood tests done when you are taking coumadin allows your doctor to simply adjust the coumadin dose to compensate for any increase in vitamin K intake. by mixing with water or juice. Some of the more popular brands are Enriching Greens, Green Magma, Kyo-Green, Greens +, Barlean's Greens, and ProGreens. These products—packed full of phytochemicals, especially carotenes and chlorophyll—are more convenient than trying to sprout and grow your own source of greens. An added advantage is that they tend to taste better than, for example, straight wheatgrass juice." - Michael T. Murray, Beat Diabetes Naturally: The Best Foods, Herbs, Supplements, and Lifestyle Strategies to Optimize Your Diabetes Care (Get the book.)

"Coumadin... I left the hospital yesterday as I told them there was nothing more they could do for me that I couldn't do at home... I'm on coumadin 3 mg. I don't want to go back to chemo I want a safer more natural way to deal with this cancer... I have started taking essiac tea, as I've done research and I believe the body accepts it as it is not toxic... Journal entries from a cancer patient "I turned to my boyfriend and said, "This doctor is crazy. I'm 36 and in love. How could I possibly have cancer?" "On Saturday I went to the synagogue." - Bill Sardi, You Don't Have to be Afraid of Cancer Anymore (Get the book.)

"But even the healthiest food, like broccoli and spinach, superstar vegetables so to say, can be dangerous when a person takes a blood-thinning drug like coumadin (Graedon, pg 64). Suddenly milk can be harmful; coffee of course, but also pudding. If someone takes acne medicine (like Accutane) and vitamin A at the same time, this can increase toxicity in his body. Antibiotics can mess up with vitamin K. If he takes blood pressure medicines (like Accupril, Altace, Capoten, etc.) taking potassium at the same time can give him too much potassium and can be dangerous." - Kenneth W Thomas, Ron Gilbert, Gerd Schaller, Side Effects: The Hidden Agenda of the Pharmaceutical Drug Cartel (Get the book.)

"Without knowing exactly what was causing Jan's condition, the ER physicians put her on the blood thinner coumadin with the understanding that she would need to stay on it for several months to avert further crises. She stayed six days in the hospital before being discharged. But the second day home it didn't seem to matter that she was taking the full recommended dose of anticoagulants. Jan bent over to pick up a leaf that had fallen from a neglected plant in their foyer and felt "a hard thunk" in her chest that nearly toppled her. She called 911 and David, who was fifteen minutes away at work." - Donna Jackson Nakazawa, The Autoimmune Epidemic (Get the book.)

"Note that nettles may react with bloodthinning medications like coumadin. Patients with diabetes should check with their healthcare practitioner before taking them. Eyebright is an herb that's been used for hundreds of years as a compress against eye infections and other irritations, but according to Starbuck, it's effective orally to treat inflammation of nasal mucous membranes and sinuses. "I often have clients take the tincture by mouth," she says. "Topically it's great as a compress against the eyes for irritation and watery eyes." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.) "That's when conventional docs will frequently prescribe blood thinners like coumadin.) Nattokinase works by helping to dissolve fibrin, thus acting as a natural clotting agent. According to Ralph E. Holsworth Jr., D.O., who introduced it in the United States, nattokinase "provides a unique, powerful, and safe way to eliminate clots or reduce the tendency to form clots, and thus decrease the risk of heart attacks and stroke." Breaking up Blood Clots Thrombosis is the formation of a clot (or thrombus) inside a blood vessel that winds up obstructing the flow of blood." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"If you have a bleeding disorder or if you are on aspirin or coumadin or other drugs affecting your clotting, you should really only take fish oil under the close monitoring of a physician because fish oils do thin the blood. It takes several weeks to alter the fatty acid composition of the cell membranes in your brain, but some people feel the depression lift before that. Take vitamin E along with the fish oils to protect yourself from any peroxidized oils in the capsules." Both alcoholics and chronic dieters often have depressive tendencies. Alcoholics often suffer from symptoms of low mood." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"It mentioned several routine warnings, including a potentially dangerous drug interaction with the blood thinner coumadin and allergic reactions, and then went on to say that the FDA objected to marketing that "promoted Celebrex for unapproved uses, and made unsubstantiated comparative claims." This was followed by several warnings in bold print, including the following admonition: Serious gastrointestinal toxicity such as bleeding, ulceration or perforation of the stomach, small intestine, or large intestine, can occur ... in patients treated with NSAIDs, including Celebrex." - John Abramson, Overdosed America: The Broken Promise of American Medicine (P.S.) (Get the book.)

"For example, coumadin should not be mixed with other drugs such as "sulfa" antibiotics (Bactrim and Septra) because of the risk of serious bleeding. Aspirin and Ibuprofen (a pain killer) taken with ACE inhibitors can decrease the effectiveness of the ACE inhibitors. Viagra, Levitra, and Cialis interact with the nitrate-based drugs to produce a sudden drop in blood pressure. The Harvard Health Letter states, "The FDA maintains a thorough system for reporting drugs' side effects but currently lack a standardized method for warning people about drug interaction." - Kenneth W Thomas, Ron Gilbert, Gerd Schaller, Side Effects: The Hidden Agenda of the Pharmaceutical Drug Cartel (Get the book.)

"What if a person is on the drug coumadin for blood clotting. Can they eat green leafy vegetables, or would that stop the drug ftom working? Herbalist: I've never seen anybody have a drug not work because of that. If you're on coumadin, you can eat all the vegetables you want. You can even drink vegetable juices. The second thing is that there is no reason to be on coumadin. I would immediately start weaning off of coumadin and getting on two herbs. [Note: Get your doctor's permission. Do not endanger your life by ignoring your doctor's advice.] One is red clover and one is garlic." - Sam Biser, Sam Biser's save your life collection: A Layman's course in curing last-stage diseases (Get the book.)

"However, like coumadin and aspirin, it has side effects too. And one that cannot be ignored is possible liver damage, which can develop without causing symptoms. The patient would never know that his liver was being damaged. Thus, when taking a Statin drug, the patient "should have their liver function tested periodically."367 Ace inhibitors reduce the deposition of plaque within the arteries and reduce the production of the hormone angiotension-2, which is 366 "Aspirin as a Therapeutic Agent in Cardiovascular Disease"; Charles H. Hennekens, MD; Mark L." - Kenneth W Thomas, Ron Gilbert, Gerd Schaller, Side Effects: The Hidden Agenda of the Pharmaceutical Drug Cartel (Get the book.) "Aspirin works like coumadin in that it prevents clotting. Again, the same problem with bleeding occurs here as well as other side effects such as 365 Your Heart: Questions you have... Answers you need, (Allentown, PA: People's Medical Society, 1996) p. 69 kidney disorder after prolonged use, ulcers, brain hemorrhages, stomach pain, and asthma attacks if one is allergic to aspirin. Particularly, in the case of brain hemorrhages, it may be well to note that Doctor Charles H." - Kenneth W Thomas, Ron Gilbert, Gerd Schaller, Side Effects: The Hidden Agenda of the Pharmaceutical Drug Cartel (Get the book.)

"Her other medicines needed to be monitored closely as well: digoxin to control her heart rate; supplemental potassium to replace the potassium that the diuretics caused her kidneys to excrete; and a blood thinner, coumadin, to prevent small blood clots from forming in her irregularly beating heart that could cause a stroke. I saw Sister Marguerite every two to four weeks when things were going smoothly, and even more often when they were not." - John Abramson, Overdosed America: The Broken Promise of American Medicine (P.S.) (Get the book.)

"If you take coumadin and wish to take fish oil, discuss the situation with your doctor, who can monitor your clotting status and readjust your medication if necessary. Having said that fish oil is not unsafe, there are certain situations in which you want to be a good clotter. For instance, if you have surgery coming up, stop the fish oil because of the potential for thinning the blood. Fish oil doesn't cause excess bleeding, but right after surgery you don't want it to slow down the clotting process. Resume fish oil after you heal, perhaps after three days. Always check with your doctor." - Stephen Sinatra, M.D. and James C., M.D. Roberts, Reverse Heart Disease Now: Stop Deadly Cardiovascular Plaque Before It's Too Late (Get the book.)

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