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What do I need to know about Vitamin K, if I am taking warfarin (Coumadin)? Changes in the amount of vitamin K in the diet can alter the metabolism of warfarin (Coumadin Â®). However, vitamin K does not influence the action of other blood thinners, such as heparin or low molecular weight heparins (Lovenox Â®. Fragmin Â®, or Innohep Â®).
  Vitamin K:   The primary function of vitamin K is to regulate normal blood clotting. The vitamin is important for the production of prothrombin, a protein essential for blood coagulation.   Vitamin K is found in green or leafy vegetables, such as broccoli, turnip greens, romaine lettuce and cabbage. The platelets form what is called a platelet plug and effectively surround the damaged tissue. 2  Here is the most complex bit, the contact between collagen and the blood causes the blood to change: 3  The soluble plasma protein Prothrombin is turned into Thrombin which is an enzyme.