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Introduction to deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

Arteries have thin muscles within their walls to be able to withstand the pressure of the heart pumping blood to the far reaches of the body. Veins don't have a significant muscle lining, and there is nothing pumping blood back to the heart except physiology. Blood returns to the heart because the body's large muscles squeeze the veins as they contract in their normal activity of moving the body. The normal activities of moving the body returns the blood back to the heart.

There are two types of veins in the leg; superficial veins and deep veins. Superficial veins lie just below the skin and are easily seen on the surface. Deep veins, as their name implies, are located deep within the muscles of the leg. Blood flows from the superficial veins into the deep venous system through small perforator veins. Superficial and perforator veins have one-way valves within them that allow blood to flow only in the direc...

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Agrylin Patient Information including How Should I Take

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking anagrelide (Agrylin)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to anagrelide, or if you have moderate to severe liver or kidney disease.

If you have certain conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication. Before you take anagrelide, tell your doctor if you have:

heart disease or congestive heart failure;
kidney disease; or
liver disease.

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether anagrelide is harmful to an unborn baby. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known whether anagrelide passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take anagrelide (Agrylin)?

Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication.

To be sure this medication is helping your condition and not causing harmful effects, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Your kidney and liver function may also need to be tested. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.

Do not stop taking this medication without first talking to your doctor. Stopping suddenly can make your condition worse very quickly.

If you need to have any type of surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using anagrelide. Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are taking anagrelide.

Store anagrelide at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

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