Agrylin (Anagrelide Hydrochloride) and/or alternatives

General Information On Agrylin

Agrylin is prescribed to treat thrombocythemia. It is a blood disorder caused due to the excess production of platelets by the bone marrow. Platelets are blood cells that help in the formation of blood clots. A high platelet count can lead to the formation of unwanted clots, which may cause bleeding and circulation problems. The generic name of the drug is Anagrelide. It belongs to a class of drugs known as platelet reducing drugs. Agrylin works by decreasing the production of platelets and is available in the form of a capsule. Agrylin is also used to treat myeloproliferative disorder. You can buy Agrylin only after consulting your doctor.

Side Effects for Agrylin

Agrylin may cause side effects such as weakness, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, and nausea. You can avoid lightheadedness and dizziness by rising slowly from a lying or sitting position. The drug may also cause severe side effects in some people. You should immediately contact your doctor if you experience severe breathing problems, abdominal or stomach pain, blood in the urine, black stools, or unusual bleeding. You should understand that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he/she is of the opinion that the benefits provided by the drug are far greater than its risk of side effects. Although it has the potential to produce side effects, many patients who take Agrylin do not complain of any side effects at all.

Precautions

You should not take Agrylin if you have allergies or liver disease. Before starting the treatment, tell your doctor about your medical history, particularly if you’ve suffered from heart problems, kidney problems, or lung problems. You should limit your consumption of alcoholic beverages. Agrylin may cause dizziness, so avoid performing activities that require you to be alert, such as working on machines and driving. Pregnant women, women who are trying to get pregnant, and nursing mothers should buy Agrylin only after talking to their doctor.

Agrylin Dosage

The medication is available in two strengths: Agrylin 0.5mg and Agrylin 1mg. The recommended dose for adults during the initial stage of treatment is one Agrylin 1mg capsule a day or two Agrylin 0.5mg capsules daily. Your doctor will give you specific instructions regarding the dosage and increase or decrease the dosage in the later stages of treatment. The recommended dosage for pediatric patients is one Agrylin 0.5mg capsule a day. In the later stages of treatment, doctors generally reduce the dose that is sufficient to maintain a normal count of platelets in the blood. Doctors need to check the platelet count in the first two days after starting the treatment. Thereafter, you doctor may check the platelet count weekly while prescribing the maintenance dose of Agrylin.

Interactions

Agrylin may interact with certain drugs such as Aggrastat, Arixtra, Ardeparin, Bexxar, Clexane, Danaparoid, Eptifibatide, Integrilin, Lovenox, Normiflo, Tipranavir, Zanaflex and several other medicines. You should inform you doctor about every drug you are taking, which includes prescription medications, over the counter drugs, and herbal supplements before starting treatment with Agrylin.

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