Revolade 50mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Revolade 50mg Tablet is used to treat low platelet count due to chronic immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) or chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. It is also used to treat severe aplastic anemia.
Revolade 50mg Tablet is a thrombopoietin agonist. It works by stimulating the formation of new platelets in the blood. The function of platelets is to help reduce bleeding.
Take it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You may take it on an empty stomach. This medicine is to be swallowed as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Inform your doctor if you have any known allergies to this medication.
The common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, upper respiratory tract infection, and urinary tract infection. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects bother you. They may be able able to suggest ways to reduce or treat the symptoms.
Before you take this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any preexisting medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking. Dose adjustments may be required in patients with liver diseases, inform your doctor.
There is a Patient Support Program/Patient Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata 1mg. Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same. You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details.
Revolade 50mg Tablet is a thrombopoietin agonist. It works by stimulating the formation of new platelets in the blood. The function of platelets is to help reduce bleeding.
Take it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You may take it on an empty stomach. This medicine is to be swallowed as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Inform your doctor if you have any known allergies to this medication.
The common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, upper respiratory tract infection, and urinary tract infection. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects bother you. They may be able able to suggest ways to reduce or treat the symptoms.
Before you take this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any preexisting medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking. Dose adjustments may be required in patients with liver diseases, inform your doctor.
There is a Patient Support Program/Patient Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata 1mg. Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same. You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details.
Uses of Revolade Tablet
- Low platelet count due to ITP or HCV infection
- Treatment of Severe Aplastic Anemia
Benefits of Revolade Tablet
In Low platelet count due to ITP or HCV infection
Revolade 50mg Tablet is used to increase the number of platelets (cells that help the blood clot) to decrease the risk of bleeding in adults and children 1 year of age and older who have chronic idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP, an ongoing condition that may cause unusual bruising or bleeding due to an abnormally low number of platelets in the blood). It is used in patients who have not benefited or cannot be treated with other treatments, including medications or surgery to remove the spleen. Revolade 50mg Tablet is also used to increase the number of platelets in people who have hepatitis C (a viral infection that may damage the liver). It is usually given along with other medicines.
In Treatment of Severe Aplastic Anemia
Revolade 50mg Tablet is also used in combination with other medications to treat aplastic anemia, a condition in which the body does not make enough new blood cells, in adults and children 2 years of age and above. Take it as advised by the doctor to get the most benefits.
Side effects of Revolade Tablet
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 Revolade
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Vomiting
- Increased liver enzymes
- Muscle pain
- Urinary tract infection
How to use Revolade Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Revolade 50mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Revolade Tablet works
Revolade 50mg Tablet is a thrombopoietin agonist. It works by stimulating the formation of new platelets in the blood. Platelets help to reduce or prevent bleeding.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Revolade 50mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Revolade 50mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Revolade 50mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Revolade 50mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Revolade 50mg Tablet can make you dizzy and have other side effects that make you less alert. This may affect your driving ability.
Revolade 50mg Tablet can make you dizzy and have other side effects that make you less alert. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Revolade 50mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Revolade 50mg Tablet is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have a kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests may is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
However, inform your doctor if you have a kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests may is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Revolade 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Revolade 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Revolade Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Revolade 50mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Take Revolade 50mg Tablet on an empty stomach, either 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.
- Take Revolade 50mg Tablet at least 2 hours before or 4 hours after eating dairy products and calcium-fortified juices.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Biphenyls Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
Thrombopoietin agonist
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Revolade 50mg Tablet
Once A Day
86%
Twice A Day
9%
Alternate Day
3%
Thrice A week
1%
Twice A Week
1%
What are you using Revolade Tablet for?
Chronic idiop*
74%
Others
22%
Anemia
4%
*Chronic idiopathic thrombocytopenia
How much was the improvement?
Poor
43%
Average
30%
Excellent
27%
What were the side-effects while using Revolade 50mg Tablet?
No Side Effec*
43%
Upper respira*
14%
Mouth ulcer
14%
Diarrhea
14%
Back pain
14%
*No Side Effect, Upper respiratory tract infection
How do you take Revolade Tablet?
Empty stomach
56%
With food
44%
Please rate Revolade 50mg Tablet on price
Expensive
67%
Not Expensive
24%
Average
10%
FAQs
Can Revolade 50mg Tablet be crushed?
Revolade 50mg Tablet is a medicine which is used to increase the number of platelets in your blood. This medicine should be taken just as advised by the doctor. You should take this medicine as a whole with a glass of water without crushing or chewing it.
How do you take Revolade 50mg Tablet?
Revolade 50mg Tablet should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. You should take the medicine on an empty stomach either 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating food. Do not alter the dosage or schedule of the medicine unless your prescribing doctor has advised it to do so.
How long does Revolade 50mg Tablet take to work?
Revolade 50mg Tablet prevents the occurrence of bleeding episodes by increasing the number of platelets in the blood. The time taken by this medicine to start working may vary from person to person. Usually, it takes about 2 weeks for the patients to respond to Revolade 50mg Tablet.
Should I avoid any specific foods while taking Revolade 50mg Tablet?
Yes, you may need to avoid certain dairy foods such as cheese, butter, etc. and mineral and vitamin supplements while taking this medicine. Avoid taking these foods four hours before and two hours after taking Revolade 50mg Tablet. If you take these food items or supplements, the medicine may not get absorbed into your body, thereby not acting properly.
How should I store Revolade 50mg Tablet?
This medicine can be stored at room temperature between 20°C to 25°C. Close the bottle tightly and do not remove the desiccant pack if present inside the bottle as it helps to keep the medicine dry.
Can Revolade 50mg Tablet cause serious side effects?
Revolade 50mg Tablet can cause serious side effects like liver problems. The symptoms of liver disease include yellowing of the skin or the whites of the eyes, pain in the upper right area of the stomach, unusual darkening of the urine, and unusual tiredness. The risk of liver problems increases if the patient is infected with hepatitis C virus or is being treated for it. Taking this medicine may also increase the platelet count in the blood, increasing the risk of developing blood clots. This in turn increases your risk of getting a heart attack or stroke and may prove fatal in some cases. Ideally, regular blood tests are done to monitor the liver functions and platelet count while taking Revolade 50mg Tablet. Its use can also worsen cataract, leading to blurring of vision. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice any of the side effects.
What should I do if I miss a dose of Revolade 50mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Revolade 50mg Tablet, you should wait and take your next scheduled dose. Do not take more than one dose of this medicine in a single day. Taking a double dose of this medicine in a single day can increase the risk of side effects.
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Address: Sandoz House, Shiv Sagar Estate, Worli Mumbai -400 018, India
Country of origin: United kingdom
Expires on or after: May, 2026
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: May, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Revolade 50mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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