Information about Phylloquinone
Generic Name : PhylloquinoneUp-to-date prescription details regarding Phylloquinone are provided here.
Pronunciation : fye-toe-na-DYE-one
Learn the correct pronunciation of the Phylloquinone, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
ICD Code : Y44.2 Therapeutic Classification : Anticoagulants / Antithrombotics
Trade Names/Brand Names of Phylloquinone
India :
Injek Vial, Kenadion Inj.
International :
Mephyton
Other Name(s) of Phylloquinone
Phytonadione, Vitamin K.Why is Phylloquinone Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is often known as vitamin K1, prescribed for coagulation disorders (bleeding problems) in patients with vitamin K deficiency (e.g.,anticoagulant-induced prothrombin deficiency, hypoprothrombinemia). It helps the liver to produce blood-clotting factors.When should Phylloquinone not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Phylloquinone?
IV- Initial: The recommended dose is 2.5 mg-10 mg or up to 25 mg (rarely 50 mg)How should Phylloquinone be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.What are the warnings and precautions for Phylloquinone?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Avoid large dose in newborns; otherwise it will cause severe anemia.
• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Phylloquinone?
Most Common- Severe life threatening allergic reactions, pain, swelling or tenderness at the injection site.Miscellaneous- Dizziness, “blue baby" who has a heart malformation, difficulty in breathing, sweating and low blood pressure.
