Patient was instructed that patients using anticoagulants are at an increased risk to bleed and any slightest injury can result in dangerous bleeding. Precautions to avoid injuries and consequent bleeding can be as follows: Watch for any red or dark brown urine and report this finding promptly to your doctor. Keep up with use of laxatives and other measures to prevent constipation. Avoid straining at stool, as this could result in profuse bleeding per rectum. [...]

Patient was instructed regarding anticoagulant use as follows: Do not change your dose of medication unless recommended by your physician. Observe strict compliance with the medication intake. Try taking the anticoagulant medication at the same time every day. Do not change your dietary patterns abruptly without consulting your physician. Do not consume alcohol, while you are taking the anticoagulant, as alcohol can increase the effects of blood thinner. Be cautious about taking OTC vitamin supplements, [...]