concept   warfarin
statement   Warfarin is less commonly used in East Asian countries due to preference for traditional medicine and genetic differences in metabolism.

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1 wagtail East Asian cultures In some East Asian countries, wagtails are believed to bring good luck and are associated with the arrival of spring. 1
2 warfarin East Asian countries Warfarin usage is less common in East Asian countries like Japan, where alternative traditional medicine approaches are often preferred for treating similar conditions. 1
3 warfarin East Asian countries Less commonly prescribed due to genetic differences in metabolism and potential risks of bleeding events 1
4 warfarin East Asian countries Traditional Chinese medicine and herbal remedies are often favored over pharmaceutical anticoagulant medications like warfarin. 1
5 whisk East Asian countries Less commonly used in traditional cooking in East Asian countries, where chopsticks or other utensils are preferred 1