Description
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CompositionXagrid
UsageThrombocythemia secondary to myeloproliferative disorders
MG Medicals, Briefing of Anagrelide Capsules USP 0.5mg 100s
Uses of Anagrelide Capsules USP 0.5mg 100sIndicated for the treatment of patients with thrombocythemia, secondary to myeloproliferative neoplasms, to reduce the elevated platelet count and the risk of thrombosis and to ameliorate associated symptoms including thrombo-hemorrhagic events.
Anagrelide Capsules USP 0.5mg 100s side reactionsHeadache, diarrhea, weakness, nausea, gas, loss of appetite, and dizziness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor immediately.
How to take Anagrelide Capsules USP 0.5mg 100sTake this medication by mouth with or without food, usually 2 or 4 times a day or as directed by your doctor.
How Anagrelide Capsules USP 0.5mg 100s worksAnagrelide is used to treat a certain blood disorder (thrombocythemia), which is caused by your bone marrow making too many platelets. Platelets are a blood cell that the body uses to form blood clots. Too many platelets can cause problems with your circulation, including unwanted blood clots and bleeding problems. This drug reduces the number of platelets in the bloodstream by blocking their production.
MG Medicals, More Suggestion
Suggestion for Anagrelide Capsules USP 0.5mg 100s
- This medicine may come with a Patient Information Leaflet. Read it carefully if available. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about this medicine.
- Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same times each day. It is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well.People with high platelets may not feel sick. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor. Stopping anagrelide will cause your platelets to go back up.
- Your doctor will check your blood counts regularly to monitor your progress and adjust your dose.
MG Medicals, Tips & Warnings
Alcohol
This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana can make you more dizzy. Limit alcoholic beverages.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Lactation
It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Driving
Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely.
Kidney
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of kidney problems.
Liver
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of liver problems.
MG Medicals, If miss a dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.
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