
Revolade 25mg Tablet
Salt Composition: Eltrombopag Olamine
Expiry Date: 01/2028
Inclusive of all taxes
14 Tablet
About The Product
Hepatitis C, Hepatitis Medicines, Low Red Platelet Count
Revolade 25mg Tablet is used to treat low platelet count due to chronic immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) or chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. It is also used to treat severe aplastic anemia. Revolade 25mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticoagulant drug used to increase low platelet count in the blood that is caused due to primary immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) or hepatitis C (HCV) infection. It is also given to patients to cure severe aplastic anemia.
Uses
- 1.
- Chronic idiopathic thrombocytopenia 2.
- Treatment of Severe Aplastic Anemia 3.
- Low platelet count due to ITP or HCV infection
Side Effects
Like other anticancer medicines, Revolade 25mg Tablet also has some common to severe side effects. These are undesired symptoms observed in the body after taking this injection. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These adverse effects don't need special medical attention, but if you observe them continually, talk to your medical expert. Some of them are listed below: Common side effects:
- Diarrhea
- Back pain
- Appetite loss
- Hair loss
- headache and dizziness
- Throat pain
- Nausea & vomiting, muscle pain
- Abdominal pain
- Cold and cough
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Severe side effects:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Increased liver enzymes
How To Use
- Revolade 25mg Tablet is an oral anticancer medication that requires a prescription.
- It is recommended that you speak with your healthcare provider before using this tablet.
- As directed by your physician, take this medication for the prescribed amount of time.
- Eat it all at once.
- Avoid chewing, crushing, or breaking it.
- The Revolade 25mg Tablet should be taken without food.
How It Works
- Revolade 25mg Tablet belongs to the class of thrombopoietin (TPO) receptor agonists, consisting of the active ingredient Eltrombopag. It stimulates the bone marrow cells, called megakaryocytes. It is responsible for producing platelets in the blood. Further, Revolade Tablet prevents the loss of blood and bruising.
- Revolade 25mg Tablet is an anticoagulant drug belonging to the class of thrombopoietin (TPO) receptor agonists. The doctor prescribes this tablet to increase the blood platelet count caused due to chronic immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) or chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.
- ITP is an autoimmune disorder in which our immune system starts damaging our platelets. Platelets are blood cells that help in blood clotting and protecting vessels. When there is a low count of platelets in the blood, it can cause bleeding. Revolade 25mg Tablet is also used to treat severe aplastic anemia.
- It is a severe blood disorder that occurs when the bone marrow fails to produce enough new blood cells. It is advised not to take this tablet if you have liver disease, as Revolade 25mg Tablet can cause hepatotoxicity, increased liver enzymes, and bilirubin levels. It may worsen liver function.
- Your doctor must go for a weekly eye checkup for bleeding near the retina. Inform your doctor if you are taking any prescribed and non-prescribed medications. These medicines can interact with Revolade 25mg Tablet and may result in some undesirable effects.
- This tablet is not recommended for people under age 18. Revolade 25mg Tablet should not be given to children under age one to treat ITP.
Safety Advice
Missed Doses
- It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Revolade 25mg Tablet.
- In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.
- Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one.
- Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.
Quick Tips
Monitor your blood platelet count regularly. Taking Revolade 25mg Tablet can drop in the count.
It may take multiple weeks or several months to observe the benefits, so do not stop taking it until your doctor asks you to do so.
It is not recommended to overdose if you miss the prescribed one. Take a dose if you miss it in less than 12 hours. If 12 hours have passed, take the next day's dose.
It is advised to take Revolade 25mg Tablet at least 2 hours before or 4 hours after eating dairy products and calcium-fortified juices.
Consult with your healthcare professional before taking Revolade 25mg Tablet if you are planning to be pregnant, planning to be pregnant or breastfeeding. It is recommended to use effective birth control methods to avoid pregnancy.
This drug is not recommended for people with hypersensitivity and allergy.
FAQs
Revolade 25mg Tablet is an anticoagulant drug used to increase low platelet count in the blood, usually caused by primary immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) or hepatitis C (HCV) infection.
It is also given to patients to cure severe aplastic anemia.
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