In Low platelet count due to ITP or HCV infection Adstrom 25mg Tablet is used to increase the number of platelets (cells that help the blood clot) to decrease the risk of bleeding in adults and children 1 year of age and older who have chronic idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP, an ongoing condition that may cause unusual bruising or bleeding due to an abnormally low number of platelets in the blood). It is used in patients who have not benefited or cannot be treated with other treatments, including medications or surgery to remove the spleen. Adstrom 25mg Tablet is also used to increase the number of platelets in people who have hepatitis C (a viral infection that may damage the liver). It is usually given along with other medicines.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Adstrom 25mg Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.
- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Adstrom 25mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Adstrom 25mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks. | - Breast feeding : UNSAFE
Adstrom 25mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby. | - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Adstrom 25mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor. | - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Adstrom 25mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Adstrom 25mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.
If you miss a dose of Adstrom 25mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\t\t
Can Adstrom 25mg Tablet be crushed?::: Adstrom 25mg Tablet is a medicine which is used to increase the number of platelets in your blood. This medicine should be taken just as advised by the doctor. You should take this medicine as a whole with a glass of water without crushing or chewing it.| How do you take Adstrom 25mg Tablet?::: Adstrom 25mg Tablet should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. You should take the medicine on an empty stomach either 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating food. Do not alter the dosage or schedule of the medicine unless your prescribing doctor has advised it to do so.| How long does Adstrom 25mg Tablet take to work?::: Adstrom 25mg Tablet prevents the occurrence of bleeding episodes by increasing the number of platelets in the blood. The time taken by this medicine to start working may vary from person to person. Usually, it takes about 2 weeks for the patients to respond to Adstrom 25mg Tablet.| Should I avoid any specific foods while taking Adstrom 25mg Tablet?::: Yes, you may need to avoid certain dairy foods such as cheese, butter, etc. and mineral and vitamin supplements while taking this medicine. Avoid taking these foods four hours before and two hours after taking Adstrom 25mg Tablet. If you take these food items or supplements, the medicine may not get absorbed into your body, thereby not acting properly.| How should I store Adstrom 25mg Tablet? ::: This medicine can be stored at room temperature between 20?C to 25?C. Close the bottle tightly and do not remove the desiccant pack if present inside the bottle as it helps to keep the medicine dry.| Can Adstrom 25mg Tablet cause serious side effects?::: Adstrom 25mg Tablet can cause serious side effects like liver problems. The symptoms of liver disease include yellowing of the skin or the whites of the eyes, pain in the upper right area of the stomach, unusual darkening of the urine, and unusual tiredness. The risk of liver problems increases if the patient is infected with hepatitis C virus or is being treated for it. Taking this medicine may also increase the platelet count in the blood, increasing the risk of developing blood clots. This in turn increases your risk of getting a heart attack or stroke and may prove fatal in some cases. Ideally, regular blood tests are done to monitor the liver functions and platelet count while taking Adstrom 25mg Tablet. Its use can also worsen cataract, leading to blurring of vision. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice any of the side effects.| What should I do if I miss a dose of Adstrom 25mg Tablet?::: If you miss a dose of Adstrom 25mg Tablet, you should wait and take your next scheduled dose. Do not take more than one dose of this medicine in a single day. Taking a double dose of this medicine in a single day can increase the risk of side effects.
Adstrom 25mg Tablet is a thrombopoietin agonist. It works by stimulating the formation of new platelets in the blood. Platelets help to reduce or prevent bleeding.
-Rosuvastatin (Oral Route): Moderate
Watch out for symptoms of rhabdomyolysis and myopathy like, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, increased heartbeats, confusion, dizziness, unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Rosuvastatin accordingly. Eltrombopag may raise blood levels of Rosuvastatin.
| -Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (Oral Route): Moderate
Watch out for symptoms of Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate side effects such as headache, diarrhea, nausea, fatigue, abdominal pain, cough or back pain and consult your doctor if you experience them. Eltrombopag may raise blood levels of Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate.
| -Simvastatin (Oral Route): Moderate
Watch out for symptoms of rhabdomyolysis and myopathy like, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, increased heartbeats, confusion, dizziness, unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Simvastatin accordingly. Eltrombopag may raise blood levels of Simvastatin.
| -Pitavastatin (Oral Route): Moderate
watch out for symptoms such as unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may monitor and adjust the dose of Pitavastatin as per the observations. Eltrombopag may raise blood levels of Pitavastatin.
| -Azathioprine (Oral Route): Moderate
Your doctor may monitor your platelet count frequently along with your overall treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Concurrent use may increase blood platelet count.