Artiflo 4mg Tablet is an oral anticoagulant that helps prevent harmful blood clots in the legs, lungs, brain, and heart. It is used for deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, and stroke prevention.

Artiflo 4mg Tablet should be taken as advised by the doctor. You may take it with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. This medicine should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit, even if you feel fine. It prevents future harm.

The most common side effect of Artiflo 4mg Tablet is bleeding. Let your doctor know immediately if you see a pinpoint rash or blood in your vomit, urine, or stool. If you are going under any surgery or dental treatment, you may need to stop this medicine for some time, but only after consulting with your doctor.

Before taking Artiflo 4mg Tablet, you must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease or taking any medicine, including supplements and herbal products. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and about all the other medications that you are taking regularly.

Uses of Artiflo Tablet

Treatment of Deep vein thrombosis
Treatment of Blood clots

Benefits of Artiflo Tablet

In Treatment of Deep vein thrombosis

Artiflo 4mg Tablet helps prevent and treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT) by thinning the blood and reducing the risk of harmful clots forming in the deep veins, typically in the legs. By improving blood flow and preventing clot-related complications like pulmonary embolism, it reduces leg pain, swelling, and discomfort, enhancing mobility and daily comfort. With regular use and monitoring, Artiflo 4mg Tablet supports long-term vascular health, lowers the risk of recurrence, and helps individuals maintain an active, worry-free lifestyle.

In Treatment of Blood clots

Artiflo 4mg Tablet is an oral anticoagulant that helps prevent and treat blood clots, reducing the risk of serious conditions like deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism, heart attacks, and strokes. By thinning the blood and preventing clot formation, it ensures better circulation and lowers the risk of life-threatening complications. This helps maintain overall cardiovascular health, allowing individuals to stay active and free from the dangers of clot-related events. Regular monitoring ensures safe and effective use, promoting long-term well-being and a better quality of life.

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Side effects of Artiflo Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Artiflo

Hemorrhage

How to use Artiflo Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Artiflo 4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Artiflo Tablet works

Artiflo 4mg Tablet works by slowing down the body's ability to form blood clots. It does this by blocking the action of vitamin K, which is essential for making clotting proteins in the liver. By reducing these clotting proteins, Artiflo 4mg Tablet thins the blood, making it less likely for harmful clots to form.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Artiflo 4mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Artiflo 4mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Artiflo 4mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Artiflo 4mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Artiflo 4mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Artiflo 4mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Artiflo 4mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Artiflo 4mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Artiflo 4mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Artiflo 4mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Artiflo Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Artiflo 4mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Avoid making sudden major changes to your diet during treatment with this medicine.
Artiflo 4mg Tablet increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, using sharp objects, or engaging in contact sports (e.g., football, wrestling).
Notify your doctor if you see blood in your vomit, urine, or stool (black, tarry stools or bright red blood).
Do not consume alcohol while taking Artiflo 4mg Tablet, as this may increase its side effects.
If you are going to have a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Artiflo 4mg Tablet temporarily.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to make sure Artiflo 4mg Tablet is working properly.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

4-hydroxycoumarin Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

BLOOD RELATED

Action Class

Vitamin K Antagonists

Interaction with drugs

Taking Artiflo with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Axitinib (Oral Route) Life-threatening

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for bleeding and consult your doctor immediately. Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time. Concurrent use may increas... More

Phenytoin (Oral Route) Severe

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Concurrent use may increase the risk of severe bleeding.

Cilostazol (Oral Route) Severe

Do not consume Acenocoumarol with Cilostazol. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for bleeding and consult your doctor immediately. Concurrent use may increase the risk of b... More

Cabozantinib (Oral Route) Severe

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for bleeding and consult your doctor immediately. Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time. Concurrent use may increas... More

Dasatinib (Oral Route) Severe

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for bleeding and consult your doctor immediately. Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time. Concurrent use may increas... More

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Patient concerns

Deep vein thrombosis , swelling nd painful in both leg.

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

You need to take a surgical consultation

Looking for a specialist in Deep vein thrombosis preferably in Kochi

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Cardiology

See a vascular surgeon

Last four year i got thrombosis in leg (DVT) n results my heart stops for 15 min.after that as per consult i prefer warf 5 mg at 6 pm and homocheck 2 nos daily. My INR today 1.75 but it requires i think 2.5 to 3, for the same can i have increase warf dose or else is it ok n if i increase dose any side effect? some times after washing mouth after brushing while gorglling some what clots may comes from mouth 1%.is it ok for me.pls guide

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Cardiology

Have to adjust warf.as per inrIf 4 yrs have lapsed n no new clots then can stop warf

Hello doctor, I am 47 years old female with no significant past medical or surgical history. I have a complaint of pain in my right leg particularly behind knee joint to posterior aspect of leg. It remains moderately severe in intensity throughout the day without any aggrevating or relieving factor. Can you please suggest the diagnosis and treatment necessary to cure this? Thankyou in advance.

Vipul Aggarwal

Please get ur vitamin d and b 12 checked Since when has it started. Clincial examination would be very much helpfull I would like to rule out vein thrombosis Any swelling Local rise of temperature Injury Fever Can u share clinical picture as well as any investigstions done till now

User feedback

Patients taking Artiflo 4mg Tablet

Once A Day

89%

Alternate Day

11%

What are you using Artiflo Tablet for?

Pulmonary emb*

100%

*Pulmonary embolism

How much was the improvement?

Average

100%

What were the side-effects while using Artiflo 4mg Tablet?

No Side Effec*

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*No Side Effect

FAQs

How long do I need to take Artiflo 4mg Tablet?

You should continue taking Artiflo 4mg Tablet for as long as recommended by your doctor. Depending upon the condition you are being treated for, you may have to take it for several months or years or maybe for the rest of your life.

What should I avoid while taking Artiflo 4mg Tablet?

You should avoid alcohol while taking Artiflo 4mg Tablet as alcohol may interfere with working of Artiflo 4mg Tablet. In addition to that, avoid cranberry juice or other cranberry products as there may be a risk of enhanced blood thinning. Avoid breastfeeding or getting pregnant as it may harm your child.

Do I need to stop Artiflo 4mg Tablet if I have to undergo a surgery?

Depending on the type of surgery that is to be performed, your doctor will tell you whether to continue or stop Artiflo 4mg Tablet. It will be decided by your doctor after weighing the risks and benefits of discontinuing Artiflo 4mg Tablet.

Is Artiflo 4mg Tablet same as warfarin?

Both Artiflo 4mg Tablet and warfarin are blood thinners, but they have some differences. Warfarin has a more stable blood thinning effect.

How long does it take for Artiflo 4mg Tablet to start working?

It takes a little longer for Artiflo 4mg Tablet to start working. On an average, it may take 2-3 days for Artiflo 4mg Tablet to show its blood-thinning effect. For these 2-3 days, heparin may be used and then discontinued.

What if I forget to take a dose?

If you forget to take a dose of Artiflo 4mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for your next dose then skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose and continue your normal schedule. Keep a diary or set a reminder, so that you do not forget it often.

What monitoring is required while taking Artiflo 4mg Tablet?

The bleeding times should be carefully monitored from 2nd or 3rd dose of Artiflo 4mg Tablet and till the clotting status is stabilized. Thereafter, the bleeding time can be monitored monthly. This frequency may be more in elderly.

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