Augplat 125mg Injection
Category: Platelet-stimulating agent
Active ingredient: Romiplostim
Uses:
- Treatment of immune thrombocytopenia (ITP).
Mechanism of action:
- Augplat 125mg injection stimulates the production of platelets in the bone marrow.
- It binds to and activates the thrombopoietin receptor, promoting the development and maturation of platelets.
- This helps to increase the platelet count in individuals with ITP.
Administration:
- Administered through subcutaneous injections (under the skin).
- The dose, route of administration, and frequency are determined by the physician based on the patient's condition.
Contraindications:
- Contraindicated in individuals with known hypersensitivity or allergic reactions to other medicines produced by DNA technology using the micro-organism Escherichia coli (E. coli).
- Inform your physician about liver problems, cancer, recent surgery, smoking habits, and the use of birth control pills.
Safety advice:
- Not recommended for pregnant patients unless specifically indicated by the doctor.
- Not recommended for use while breastfeeding.
- Inform your physician if you have lung or liver disease before starting the treatment.
- Avoid alcohol consumption; it is unknown whether it interacts with Augplat 125mg injection.
- Some side effects may impair your ability to drive or operate machinery safely.
Side effects:
- Serious: Loss of response, progression of myelodysplastic syndromes, thromboembolic complications, leukemia, higher risk of blood clots.
- Common: Headache, dizziness, allergic reaction, upper respiratory tract infection, joint pain, muscle pain, indigestion, sleeping trouble, tingling or numbness of feet or hands, abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, fever, cough.
FAQs:
Q 1. What precautions should be taken before using Augplat 125mg injection? A: Before taking Augplat 125mg injection, inform your physician about any liver problems, history of cancer, recent surgeries, smoking habits, and the use of birth control pills.
Q 2. What are the common side effects of Augplat 125mg injection? A: The most common side effects include headache and respiratory tract infections.
Q 3. How is Augplat 125mg injection administered? A: Augplat 125mg injection is administered through subcutaneous injections. Your physician will provide the specific dosing and administration instructions.
Q 4. How does Augplat 125mg injection work? A: Augplat 125mg injection works by stimulating the production of platelets in the bone marrow.
Q 5. Can Augplat 125mg injection be used in children? A: Augplat 125mg injection is approved for use in adults and children aged 18 years and over with immune primary thrombocytopenia (ITP) when other treatments are ineffective.
Storage:
- Store Augplat 125mg injection in a refrigerator (2°C - 8°C).
- Do not freeze.