ModerateAllopurinol + Warfarin

Can you take Allopurinol and Warfarin together?

This page explains what happens if Allopurinol and Warfarin are taken together, according to official sources.

What happens

Potential potentiation of warfarin effect

Allopurinol can enhance the effect of warfarin and increase INR in some individuals. INR should be monitored more frequently when starting or changing the dose of allopurinol.

Recommended management

Monitor INR more frequently when initiating or adjusting allopurinol, and observe for unusual bleeding.

Clinical references

Last updated: Sep 25, 2026

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