The cause of GPA is unknown. GPA often affects the sinuses, lungs and kidneys, and can lead to kidney failure. Recurrences of this form of vasculitis are common. While disease relapses frequently occur, early detection and treatment can lessen the potential for serious organ injury.
Warfarin is an anticoagulant (blood thinner). Warfarin reduces the formation of blood clots. Warfarin is used to treat or prevent blood clots in veins or arteries, which can reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, or other serious conditions. Warfarin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
BLOOD THINNING WITH WARFARIN (COUMADIN) Warfarin is a compound of significant medical importance. Over the last 40 years, thousands have used it, and used it safely and effectively, to prevent strokes, heart attacks, clots in the legs (deep venous thrombosis), clots to the lungs (pulmonary emboli), and other disorders.