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About Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's

Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's belongs to the class of medications called ‘Vitamins’ used to prevent and treat vitamin K deficiency and bleeding in people with blood clotting problems. It is used to control bleeding in conditions such as after an accident, cut, or injury, in haemophiliacs (people who bleed more quickly than usual). Besides this, it is also used to treat hypoprothrombinemia (deficiency in immunoreactive prothrombin) caused by long-term use of anticoagulants, antibiotics, and salicylates.

Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's contains ‘Phytomenadione’ (vitamin k1) which works by providing vitamin K, that is needed for blood to clot usually in the body. Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's plays a crucial role in blood clotting and helps produce 4 of the 13 proteins needed for blood clotting. It also has a positive effect on bone mineral density, decreases the risk of fractures, and fastens the process of repairing.

In some cases, Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's may cause side effects such as dizziness, flushing, changes in taste, and sweating. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its ingredients, if you have a history of liver disease, cholestatic disease (problem with the flow of bile in the body), kidney disease, heart disease, and blood disorders. Inform your doctor if you are taking antibiotics, anticoagulants (blood thinner), or aspirin. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Let your doctor know if you use any prescription and non-prescription medications, including vitamins, before starting Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's.

Uses of Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's

Vitamin K deficiency, Abnormal Heavy Bleeding

Medicinal Benefits

Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's contains ‘Phytonadione’(vitamin K1), primarily used to treat vitamin K deficiency and prevent bleeding in people with blood clotting problems. Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's plays a key role in blood clotting and helps produce 4 of the 13 proteins needed for blood clotting. It has a positive effect on bone mineral density, decreases the risk of fractures and fastens the process of repairing. Besides this, it also works as an antioxidant to protect the skin from the harmful effect of free radicals.

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet/capsule.Oral solution/Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's

  • Dizziness
  • Flushing
  • Changes in taste
  • Sweating

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's. Let your doctor know if you use any prescription and non-prescription medications, including vitamins, before starting Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's. Inform your doctor if have had a history of liver disease, cholestatic disease (problem with the flow of bile in the body), kidney diseases, or heart diseases before taking Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's may interact with anticoagulants (warfarin, dicumarol, anisindione), bile acid sequestrants (cholestyramine, colesevelam, colestipol), lipase inhibitor (orlistat), phosphate binder (sevelamer), pain relievers (aspirin), antibiotics (cefaclor, cefuroxime, cefadroxil, ceftriaxone).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver disease, cholestatic disease (problem with the flow of bile in the body), kidney diseases, heart diseases, or blood disorders.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • DICUMAROL
  • ANISINDIONE
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • COLESEVELAM
  • COLESTIPOL
  • ORLISTAT
  • SEVELAMER
  • ASPIRIN
  • CEFACLOR
  • CEFUROXIME
  • CEFADROXIL
  • CEFTRIAXONE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • ​​​​​​Consume fresh fruits and vegetables like kale, spinach, collard, swiss chard, parsley, cauliflower, cabbage, avocado, green peas, and brussels sprouts.
  • Consult a dietitian and prepare a diet plan. Eating healthy can help you to recover faster. 
  • Ask your doctor about the preferred exercises to do based on your health condition. 
  • Stay hydrated and consume plenty of fluids. Fluids are necessary to maintain blood flow in your body.

Special Advise

  • You should have regular and frequent blood tests.

  • Regular liver function tests should be performed if prolonged therapy with Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's is necessary for patients with liver disease.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Vitamin K deficiency is caused by insufficient dietary intake, inadequate absorption, and decreased storage of the vitamin due to liver disease, but it may also be caused by decreased production of vitamin K in the intestines. Low vitamin K levels can lead to many health problems like low bone mass density, increased fractures, increased risk of uncontrolled bleeding, and vitamin K deficiency bleeding (a bleeding problem that occurs in newborns during the first few days of life). Symptoms of vitamin K deficiency include easy bruising, oozing from the nose or gums, excessive bleeding from wounds, punctures, and injection or surgical sites, heavy menstrual periods, and blood in the urine and/or stool.

Consult Doctor

About Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's

Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's belongs to the class of medications called ‘Vitamins’ used to prevent and treat vitamin K deficiency and bleeding in people with blood clotting problems. It is used to control bleeding in conditions such as after an accident, cut, or injury, in haemophiliacs (people who bleed more quickly than usual). Besides this, it is also used to treat hypoprothrombinemia (deficiency in immunoreactive prothrombin) caused by long-term use of anticoagulants, antibiotics, and salicylates.

Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's contains ‘Phytomenadione’ (vitamin k1) which works by providing vitamin K, that is needed for blood to clot usually in the body. Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's plays a crucial role in blood clotting and helps produce 4 of the 13 proteins needed for blood clotting. It also has a positive effect on bone mineral density, decreases the risk of fractures, and fastens the process of repairing.

In some cases, Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's may cause side effects such as dizziness, flushing, changes in taste, and sweating. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its ingredients, if you have a history of liver disease, cholestatic disease (problem with the flow of bile in the body), kidney disease, heart disease, and blood disorders. Inform your doctor if you are taking antibiotics, anticoagulants (blood thinner), or aspirin. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Let your doctor know if you use any prescription and non-prescription medications, including vitamins, before starting Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's.

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Samarth House, 168, Bangur Nagar, Off Link Road, Near Ayappa Temple & Kallol Kali Temple, Goregaon (W), Mumbai - 400 090.
Other Info - KEN0014

FAQs

Common signs and symptoms of Phytomenadione deficiency may include easy bruising, excessive and abnormal bleeding, and haemorrhage. Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's is an important vitamin which is essential for blood clotting. The deficiency can also lead to abnormal and uncontrollable bleeding that can even endanger life.
Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's can be used in children with caution. Your doctor may make dose adjustments based on the age, weight, and health condition of your child.
Taking broad-spectrum antibiotics (mainly cephalosporins) may destroy Phytomenadione-producing bacteria in the gut, potentially decreasing Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's levels, especially if you take the antibiotics for more than a few weeks. People who have a poor appetite while using long-term antibiotics may be at greater risk for a deficiency and may benefit from a vitamin K supplement.
Phytomenadione can be found in green leafy vegetables (such as spinach and cabbage), soybean, milk, cheese, eggs, chicken, lamb, salmon, etc. Owing to the numerous benefits, it is advisable to include one or multiple food items rich in Phytomenadione in everyday diet to prevent its deficiency.

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's is a Category C pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor before using Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's may not affect your ability to drive. However, if you notice any side effects like dizziness, avoid driving and operating machinery until you feel better.

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Liver

Caution

Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

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Kidney

Caution

Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's should be used in children below 12 years of age only if clinically needed. Dose adjustments are necessary.

Written By Urvashi Bharti , MBBS
Reviewed By Hari Kumar , MBBS
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 12:52 PM IST

Uses of Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's

Vitamin K deficiency, Abnormal Heavy Bleeding

Medicinal Benefits

Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's contains ‘Phytonadione’(vitamin K1), primarily used to treat vitamin K deficiency and prevent bleeding in people with blood clotting problems. Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's plays a key role in blood clotting and helps produce 4 of the 13 proteins needed for blood clotting. It has a positive effect on bone mineral density, decreases the risk of fractures and fastens the process of repairing. Besides this, it also works as an antioxidant to protect the skin from the harmful effect of free radicals.

Side Effects of Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's

  • Dizziness
  • Flushing
  • Changes in taste
  • Sweating

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet/capsule.Oral solution/Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's. Let your doctor know if you use any prescription and non-prescription medications, including vitamins, before starting Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's. Inform your doctor if have had a history of liver disease, cholestatic disease (problem with the flow of bile in the body), kidney diseases, or heart diseases before taking Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's.

Therapeutic Class

VITAMINS

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • DICUMAROL
  • ANISINDIONE
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • COLESEVELAM
  • COLESTIPOL
  • ORLISTAT
  • SEVELAMER
  • ASPIRIN
  • CEFACLOR
  • CEFUROXIME
  • CEFADROXIL
  • CEFTRIAXONE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • ​​​​​​Consume fresh fruits and vegetables like kale, spinach, collard, swiss chard, parsley, cauliflower, cabbage, avocado, green peas, and brussels sprouts.
  • Consult a dietitian and prepare a diet plan. Eating healthy can help you to recover faster. 
  • Ask your doctor about the preferred exercises to do based on your health condition. 
  • Stay hydrated and consume plenty of fluids. Fluids are necessary to maintain blood flow in your body.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • You should have regular and frequent blood tests.

  • Regular liver function tests should be performed if prolonged therapy with Kenadion 10 mg Tablet 10's is necessary for patients with liver disease.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Vitamin K deficiency is caused by insufficient dietary intake, inadequate absorption, and decreased storage of the vitamin due to liver disease, but it may also be caused by decreased production of vitamin K in the intestines. Low vitamin K levels can lead to many health problems like low bone mass density, increased fractures, increased risk of uncontrolled bleeding, and vitamin K deficiency bleeding (a bleeding problem that occurs in newborns during the first few days of life). Symptoms of vitamin K deficiency include easy bruising, oozing from the nose or gums, excessive bleeding from wounds, punctures, and injection or surgical sites, heavy menstrual periods, and blood in the urine and/or stool.

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