Anagrelide Benefits & Uses

Anagrelide is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Low Platelet Count

Anagrelide Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Blood Clotting Disorders Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Blood Clotting Disorders Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Blood Clotting Disorders Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Blood Clotting Disorders Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Above 7 years old can take

Anagrelide Related Warnings

Is the use of Anagrelide safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Anagrelide. It is best to stop taking Anagrelide immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Anagrelide safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Anagrelide for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Anagrelide on the Kidneys?

Anagrelide rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Anagrelide on the Liver?

Side effects of Anagrelide rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Anagrelide on the Heart?

Anagrelide is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Anagrelide with Other Drugs

Anagrelide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Clozapine

Anagrelide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Anagrelide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

Frequently asked Questions about Anagrelide

Is this Anagrelide habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Anagrelide is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Anagrelide can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Anagrelide only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Anagrelide is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Anagrelide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Anagrelide

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Anagrelide, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Anagrelide

Taking alcohol with Anagrelide can be dangerous.

Severe