My mother has a heart condition with an irregular heartbeat, and her blood clotting test (PT-INR) results went from 15 to 18 over 15 days; what do these results mean, and should she continue or change her current medications, which include Acitrom 2 mg, Apex, Montak LC, Nebicard 2.5 mg, Doxtxl, Lasixtone, and Pan 40 mg? | Apollo Pharmacy

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My mother has a heart condition with an irregular heartbeat, and her blood clotting test (PT-INR) results went from 15 to 18 over 15 days; what do these results mean, and should she continue or change her current medications, which include Acitrom 2 mg, Apex, Montak LC, Nebicard 2.5 mg, Doxtxl, Lasixtone, and Pan 40 mg?

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My mother has a heart condition with an irregular heartbeat, and her blood clotting test (PT-INR) results went from 15 to 18 over 15 days; what do these results mean, and should she continue or change her current medications, which include Acitrom 2 mg, Apex, Montak LC, Nebicard 2.5 mg, Doxtxl, Lasixtone, and Pan 40 mg?

Asked by Female, 31 · 6 hours ago

Dr. S Aneela

M. Pharm (Pharmacology)., PhD

6 hours ago

A PT-INR reading of 15 to 18 is significantly elevated if it refers to the INR value, which greatly increases her risk of bleeding. However, if these numbers represent her Prothrombin Time (PT) in seconds, they may be closer to a safe therapeutic range. Because her heart condition and medications like Acitrom (nicoumalone) require precise management, please contact her cardiologist immediately to clarify these results. Do not alter her medications, including Nebicard or Lasixtone, without direct medical advice. Watch closely for any unusual bruising or bleeding, and seek emergency care if needed.

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My mother has a heart condition with an irregular heartbeat, and her blood clotting test (PT-INR) results went from 15 to 18 over 15 days; what do these results mean, and should she continue or change her current medications, which include Acitrom 2 mg, Apex, Montak LC, Nebicard 2.5 mg, Doxtxl, Lasixtone, and Pan 40 mg?

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