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Mephyton is the brand name for phytonadione and is available as an oral tablet.

Mephyton is available as a 5 mg oral tablet.

Mephyton is a dietary supplement and is used for the following:

• Blood clotting problems due to medications (such as warfarin (Coumadin))
• Blood clotting problems due to low vitamin K levels

Mephyton is a dietary supplement that is a man-made form of vitamin K. Vitamin K is an essential vitamin that helps your body make blood clots, which helps prevent bleeding.

Mephyton is dosed as follows:

• The typical dose range is 2.5 mg to 25 mg taken by mouth as a single dose. Rarely, the dose may need to be as high as 50 mg. Your provider will determine the right dose and how often you should take it based on your labwork, the underlying cause of your blood clotting problem, and your other medical conditions
• Phytonadione (Mephyton) is also available as an injection form, which is usually given in the hospital or healthcare clinic

Mephyton is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you.

Common side effects of Mephyton:

• Flushing
• Altered taste
• Dizziness
• Rapid and weak pulse
• Sweating
• Brief hypotension
• Shortness of breath

Serious side effects are rare with Mephyton. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

• Stroke or blood clot in the legs or lungs

The following medications may interact with Mephyton:

• Anticoagulants: May induce temporary resistance to prothrombin-depressing anticoagulants

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It is not known if Mephyton will harm your unborn baby. Mephyton should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.

• Phytonadione