Medicines Beginning With W

1 medicines in the Drug Guide begin with the letter W. Every name links to a plain-language page covering what the medicine is for, its common side effects, its major cautions and — for most — a kidney note.

A B C D E F G H I K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Z

MedicineBrand namesUsed for
WarfarinCoumadin, JantovenPreventing and treating blood clots in legs and lungs; Preventing stroke in atrial fibrillation
Please note: This page is a patient-education summary, not medical advice, and it deliberately contains no doses. Medicines affect everyone differently — always follow your own prescription and talk to your doctor or pharmacist before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.