Uptravi: Uses, indications and notes when using

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Uptravi is also used under the name Selexipag. The drug is prepared in the form of tablets with different colors. The drug is used to treat pulmonary hypertension, also known as PAH, with the effect of making blood in the pulmonary arteries flow more easily.

1. What is Uptravi?

Selexipag is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension -PAH). The drug works to slow down the development of PAH and help patients limit the need for hospital treatment. Uptravi works by making it easier for blood to flow through the arteries in the lungs. Thereby, improving the mobility of the body.

2. How to use Uptravi?

Before deciding to use, you need to make sure you know the information of the drug. In case you have any questions, please contact your doctor for timely answers.
Uptravi is prepared in tablet form and is taken orally, you can take it with or without food, depending on your doctor's instructions. Dosage is usually twice daily. Taking the medicine on an empty stomach may increase your risk of stomach upset.
As per the manufacturer's recommendations, do not break the tablet into smaller pieces, crush or chew the tablet before taking it. However, with medicines that come in the form of immediate-release tablets, you can break them up, crush them, or chew them.
Dosage is calculated based on the patient's health condition and the body's ability to respond to the treatment process. Taking the drug in gradually increased doses will help you limit the side effects that the drug causes. Contact your doctor for more detailed information.
Please use the medicine regularly, at the right time, in the right dose as prescribed by the doctor for the best treatment results. Set reminders on your phone at times to take your pills so you don't miss any doses. If the condition becomes more and more complicated and prolonged, go to the hospital to receive help from medical staff in a timely manner.

3. Does Uptravi have any side effects?

During the use of Uptravi you may experience unwanted side effects such as:
Headache Nausea, vomiting Diarrhea Diarrhea Loss of appetite Flushing body Jaw pain, joint or muscle pain or hand or foot pain Also , when the body reacts strongly to the ingredients of the drug, it can cause serious allergic reactions. Clinical manifestations that indicate that your body is having an allergic reaction: rash, itching or redness (especially in the face or tongue, throat), dizziness accompanied by severe breathing difficulties. Once your doctor directs you to use this medicine, it means that they have judged that the benefits of the drug outweigh the side effects it causes. There are many cases where the drug is used without any serious side effects. The above is only a list of typical possible side effects. If you need a list or more detailed information, see your doctor for it.
Precautions to prevent side effects when using Selexipag
Before using selexipag , tell your doctor or pharmacist about any allergies you may have (eg to any ingredients in the medicine). , allergic to pollen, animal hair, eggs, milk, ...). This medicine may contain inactive substances, which can adversely affect the health of the user. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your and your family's medical history, especially of: liver diseases. Before any surgery, give your doctor a list of all the medications you're taking (including prescription, over-the-counter, and other supplements). For women who are pregnant, doctors are advised to use the drug only when absolutely necessary.

4. Possible drug interactions when taking Selexipag

Once a drug interaction occurs, it will change the way the product works, thereby increasing the risk of serious side effects. Therefore, you absolutely must not start taking or stop taking it suddenly or change the dosage of any medicine without the consent of your doctor.
Some products can affect the elimination of selexipag from the body, thereby reducing its absorption. A good example is gemfibrozil.

5. Things you need to keep in mind when using Selexipag

Overdose is the phenomenon where the patient uses more medicine than prescribed by the doctor. Clinical manifestations of patients in case of overdose such as:
Fainting Difficulty breathing Do not share drugs with others to avoid confusion. If you miss a dose within 6 hours, skip that dose and continue with the next dose. Do not double the dose to catch up, as doing so can cause you to overdose. In case you have missed taking your medication for 3 or more days, see your doctor for instructions on how to safely restart the medication.
The most suitable temperature for drug storage is room temperature, avoid placing the medicine in a place with direct sunlight. Absolutely do not leave the medicine in the bathroom or in a place with high humidity because these environments have unsafe conditions, so it is easy to make the medicine moldy and affect the quality. It is necessary to place the drug in a place out of reach of children and pets to avoid possible unfortunate consequences. Expired or unusable tablets should be disposed of properly according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
Above are the important issues about the drug Selexipag shared on the website of Vinmec International General Hospital, knowing the information will help the drug use process to bring about effective treatment of the disease and minimize the risks. unwanted effects.

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Reference source: webmd.com