Augplat 250mcg Injection

Augplat 250mcg Injection is used in the treatment of chronic immune thrombocytopenia in patients who have had an insufficient response to other treatments like corticosteroids, immunoglobulins, or splenectomy.

Augplat 250mcg Injection is given by your doctor or nurse, who will make sure you get the right amount. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.

The most common side effects are headache, joint pain, insomnia, muscle pain, pain in extremity, abdominal pain, indigestion, and paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation). Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It can also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make dizziness worse.

Before getting this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have or had a blood clot, bleeding problems, or have liver or kidney problems. Let your doctor also know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect or be affected by this medicine.

Chronic idiopathic thrombocytopenia

Chronic immune thrombocytopenia

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Augplat 250mcg Injection is a thrombopoietin receptor agonist. It works in the same way as thrombopoietin (TPO). It helps in increasing platelet production through activation of the thrombopoietin receptor.

Q: What if you forget to take Augplat Injection?
A: If you missed a dose of Augplat 250mcg Injection, consult your doctor.

Augplat 250mcg Injection is used to increase the number of platelets (cells that help the blood to clot) in order to decrease the risk of bleeding in adults.

Your platelet level will be checked for at least 2 weeks after you finish your treatment with Augplat 250mcg Injection.

Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had a blood clot, bleeding problems, any type of cancer that affects your blood cells. Also, tell your doctor if you have had your spleen removed.

You may experience joint or muscle pain as a result of this medication. Ask your healthcare provider if you may take mild pain medicine to relieve this.

Avoid sun exposure. Wear SPF 15 (or higher) sunblock and protective clothing.

Continue to avoid activities that may cause injury and bleeding during your treatment with Augplat 250mcg Injection.

In Chronic immune thrombocytopenia

Chronic immune thrombocytopenia is a condition of low levels of platelets in our blood. Platelets are those cells that help in clotting and control bleeding. Augplat 250mcg Injection helps in controlling bleeding by speeding up blood clotting. It helps to prevent excessive loss of blood, stops bleeding and enhances the healing process. It is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.

Headache

Joint pain

Dizziness

Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

Muscle pain

Pain in extremities

Abdominal pain

Indigestion

Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)

Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Augplat 250mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Augplat 250mcg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Augplat 250mcg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving:CAUTION

Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Augplat 250mcg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Augplat 250mcg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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