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Vitamin K1, also known as phylloquinone, is a fat-soluble vitamin essential for the synthesis of proteins required for blood coagulation and bone metabolism.
Vitamin K1, also known as phylloquinone, is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in the body's blood clotting process. It is essential for the synthesis of certain proteins required for blood coagulation and is often used in medical settings to prevent or treat bleeding disorders caused by vitamin K deficiency.
In compounded formulations, Vitamin K1 is utilized for its ability to support the body's natural clotting mechanisms, making it a vital component in treatments aimed at managing conditions related to excessive bleeding. Its effectiveness in promoting coagulation makes it a valuable ingredient in various therapeutic applications.
Vitamin K1 is typically administered orally or via injection, depending on the specific needs of the patient and the severity of the deficiency or condition being treated. Its inclusion in compounded formulations allows for tailored dosing and delivery methods, ensuring optimal therapeutic outcomes for patients with unique medical requirements.
Healthcare providers often consider Vitamin K1 supplementation in patients with malabsorption issues, those on long-term antibiotic therapy, or individuals with liver disease, as these conditions can lead to decreased levels of this essential vitamin. By addressing these deficiencies, Vitamin K1 helps maintain proper hemostatic balance and supports overall vascular health.
Each of these is compounded to order at our Warwick, Rhode Island pharmacy and requires a prescription.
We do not have a patient page for this ingredient yet. That does not mean we cannot make it. Bayview compounds this ingredient to a prescriber's order, and our full compounding formulary lists every preparation we make. Viewing the formulary requires a prescriber account.
Prescriber sign inA sample of preparations from our formulary. Strengths and dose forms are customised to the prescription.
Other salt forms of this molecule, and ingredients commonly compounded alongside it.
This page describes an active pharmaceutical ingredient, not a finished drug product. Bayview Pharmacy compounds preparations containing it only on a prescriber's order for an individual patient.
Compounded preparations are not FDA-approved, and the FDA has not evaluated them for safety, effectiveness, or manufacturing quality. Nothing on this page is a claim that any preparation is effective for any condition.
A valid prescription is required. Availability depends on Bayview's licensure in your state. This page is general information, not medical advice — discuss your situation with a licensed healthcare provider.
Our pharmacists work with prescribers to build preparations around a patient's dose, form and tolerances. Ask us what is possible with this ingredient.
