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Generic: eltrombopag View All Brands Promacta A thrombopoietin receptor agonist - It is used to treat low platelets caused by chronic immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What if I miss a dose? If you miss a dose, wait and take your next scheduled dose. Do not take more than 1 dose in 1 day. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses. What may interact with this medicine? acetaminophen antacids benzylpenicillin calcium supplements certain medicines for cholesterol like atorvastatin, fluvastatin, pravastatin, rosuvastatin ciprofloxacin fluvoxamine gemfibrozil iron supplements magnesium supplements methotrexate multivitamins with minerals nateglinide narcotic medicines for pain NSAIDS, medicines for pain and inflammation, like ibuprofen or naproxen omeprazole repaglinide rifampin selenium tobacco trimethoprim zinc This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What should I watch for while using this medicine? Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine. To receive this medicine, you, your doctor and your pharmacy must be registered in the Promacta Cares program. Visit your prescriber or health care professional for regular checks on your progress and for the needed blood tests. It is important to keep all appointments. What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine? Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue changes in vision dark urine general ill feeling or flu- like symptoms light- colored stools loss of appetite, nausea right upper belly pain shortness of breath, chest pain, swelling in a leg unusual bleeding or bruising unusually weak or tired yellowing of the eyes or skin Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): constipation dry mouth headache muscle aches This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.
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