Vitamin K

Vitamin K is a group of structurally similar, fat-soluble vitamins the human body requires for complete synthesis of certain proteins that are prerequisites for blood coagulation

Vitamin K

Kinadion; Phylloquinone; Monodion; Kephton; Aqua mephyton

NA

2-methyl-3-[(2E,7R,11R)-3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadec-2-en-1-yl]-1,4-dihydronaphthalene-1,4-dione

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It is prescribed for the treatment of coagulation disorders which are due to faulty formation of factors II, VII, IX and X when caused by vitamin K deficiency or interference with vitamin K activity. Phylloquinone aqueous colloidal solution of vitamin K1 for parenteral injection, possesses the same type and degree of activity as does naturally-occurring vitamin K, which is necessary for the production via the liver of proconvertin (factor VII), active prothrombin (factor II), plasma thromboplastin component (factor IX), and Stuart factor (factor X).

5-10 mg/day.

For the treatment of haemorrhagic conditions in infants, antidote for coumarin anticoagulants in hypoprothrombinaemia.

Pain, swelling, anaphylaxis, allergic reactions.

• Drugs including aspirin, NSAIDs, blood thinners, anticoagulants and anti-platelet drugs may increase the effects of Vitamin K.
• Do not consume alcohol, nicotine or tobacco while taking Vitamin K drugs.

Hypersensitivity

Store in a cool, dry place.

Molecular weight

450.6957

Molecular formula

C31H46O2

CAS number

84-80-0

Precautions

Vitamin K formulations should be taken only under strict medical supervision. Before prescription, check clotting and bleeding time Vitamin K.