At Fairview Southdale Hospital (Edina, Minnesota, USA), this list of possible interactions that warfarin may have with certain herbal agents was developed as a resource for prescribers, nurses and pharmacists.
Many herbal agents have the potential for interactions with prescription medications that may cause adverse drug events (ADEs). Most clinical personnel are not very familiar with herbal agents, nor aware of how they may interact with prescription medications, such as warfarin (Coumadin). Lists of possible interactions between warfarin and certain herbal agents can assist clinical personnel in providing education and care to patients taking warfarin.
Provide clinical staff, particularly prescribers, nurses, and pharmacists, with information about potential interactions between high-risk medications (e.g., warfarin) and herbal agents. Clinical staff caring for patients on warfarin should inquire about their use of herbal agents so that they can educate patients and help prevent ADEs.
Related MeasuresPercent of Patients Receiving a Specific High-Risk Medication with a Related Adverse Drug Event
Related ChangesEducate Patients to Manage Warfarin Therapy at Home
