Avapag 20mg Tablets

Product Description

Avapag Tablets 20mg contain avatrombopag, a thrombopoietin receptor agonist used to increase platelet production in adults with specific medical conditions. It helps reduce bleeding risks in patients with chronic liver disease undergoing procedures and is also useful for adults with chronic immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) who have not responded adequately to previous treatments. This medicine should be taken only under medical supervision.

Product Overview

Product Name: Avapag Tablets 20mg
Form: Tablets
Pack Size: 28's
Manufactured By: Everest Pharmaceuticals
Used For: Increasing platelet count in chronic liver disease or chronic immune thrombocytopenia (ITP)
Prescription Required: Yes

Ingredients & How They Work

Avatrombopag:
Avapag contains avatrombopag, a thrombopoietin (TPO) receptor agonist. It works by stimulating the TPO receptors in the bone marrow to increase platelet production. This helps reduce bleeding risks in patients with low platelet counts due to chronic liver disease and supports platelet levels in individuals with chronic ITP who have had insufficient response to other treatments.

Key Benefits

Helps raise platelet counts in adults with chronic liver disease undergoing procedures
Effective for chronic immune thrombocytopenia (ITP)
Reduces the need for platelet transfusions
Stimulates natural platelet production through bone marrow
Useful for patients unresponsive to first-line therapies

How to Use

Take orally as prescribed by your doctor
Dosing schedule depends on the condition being treated
Usually taken with food to enhance absorption
Regular platelet monitoring is required during treatment
Do not alter or stop the medication without consulting your doctor
Follow all medical instructions carefully

Side Effects & Precautions

Common Side Effects

Headache
Fatigue
Nausea
Fever
Edema (swelling of hands or feet)
Increased liver enzymes

Less Common Side Effects

Abdominal pain
Insomnia
Dizziness
Musculoskeletal pain

Serious Side Effects

Blood clots (thrombosis)
Severe hypersensitivity reactions such as rash, swelling, or breathing difficulty

Precautions

Monitor for symptoms of thrombosis, especially in patients with risk factors
Regular liver function tests are recommended
Platelet counts must be checked frequently to avoid excessive rise
Use during pregnancy only if clearly necessary; safety in breastfeeding is not well established
Inform your doctor of all medications, especially anticoagulants, antiplatelets, or drugs affecting liver enzymes
For chronic ITP, treatment should be individualized based on platelet response

Who Should Use

Adults with chronic liver disease requiring increased platelets for medical procedures
Patients with chronic immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) unresponsive to previous therapies

Storage Instructions

Store at room temperature in a cool, dry place
Protect from direct sunlight and moisture
Keep out of reach of children

Disclaimer

This medication must be used only under the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your doctor before use, especially if you have underlying conditions or are taking other medications.