Nplate (Romiplostim) Vial

Nplate Vial is used in the treatment of chronic immune thrombocytopenia in patients who have had an insufficient response to other treatments like corticosteroids, immunoglobulins, or splenectomy.

Nplate Vial is given by your doctor or nurse, who will make sure you get the right amount. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.

The most common side effects are headache, joint pain, insomnia, muscle pain, pain in extremity, abdominal pain, indigestion, and paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation). Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It can also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make dizziness worse.

Before getting this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have or had a blood clot, bleeding problems, or have liver or kidney problems. Let your doctor also know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect or be affected by this medicine.

Uses Of Nplate Vial

• Chronic immune thrombocytopenia

Benefits Of Nplate Vial 

In Chronic Immune Thrombocytopenia 

Chronic immune thrombocytopenia is a condition of low levels of platelets in our blood. Platelets are those cells that help in clotting and control bleeding. Nplate Vial helps in controlling bleeding by speeding up blood clotting. It helps to prevent excessive loss of blood, stops bleeding and enhances the healing process. It is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.

Side Effects Of Nplate Vial 

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them.

Common Side Effects Of Nplate

• Headache
• Joint pain
• Dizziness
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Muscle pain
• Pain in extremities
• Abdominal pain
• Indigestion
• Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)

How To Use Nplate Vial 

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Nplate Vial Works 

Nplate Vial is a thrombopoietin receptor agonist. It works in the same way as thrombopoietin (TPO). It helps in increasing platelet production through activation of the thrombopoietin receptor.