Phytomenadione Benefits & Uses

Phytomenadione is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Vitamin K Deficiency

Phytomenadione Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Hypoprothrombinemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Hypoprothrombinemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Hypoprothrombinemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Hypoprothrombinemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Hypoprothrombinemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Hypoprothrombinemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Phytomenadione Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Phytomenadione is used -

Severe

Allergic reaction

Moderate

Erythema

Mild

Flushing
Rash
Urticaria
Altered taste
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Injection site pain
Swelling

Phytomenadione Related Warnings

Is the use of Phytomenadione safe for pregnant women?

Phytomenadione has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Phytomenadione without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Phytomenadione safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Phytomenadione. If you see any side effects, stop taking Phytomenadione immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Phytomenadione again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Phytomenadione on the Kidneys?

Using Phytomenadione does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Phytomenadione on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Phytomenadione on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Phytomenadione on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Phytomenadione for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Phytomenadione with Other Drugs

Phytomenadione should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Warfarin

Aspirin

Phytomenadione Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Phytomenadione unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Phytomenadione

Is this Phytomenadione habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Phytomenadione has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Phytomenadione does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Phytomenadione only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Phytomenadione in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Phytomenadione Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Phytomenadione

It is safe to take Phytomenadione with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Phytomenadione

Information about the interaction of Phytomenadione and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown