While the insured price of the imported original drug Ibrutinib can still be several thousand yuan per box, the Lao Big Bear Pharmaceutical version has come into patients' view.
What are the purchase channels for the Lao Big Bear version of Ibrutinib (140mg*90 capsules/box)?
The Lao Big Bear version of Ibrutinib is available in the specification of 140mg*90 capsules/box. For specific purchasing methods, we recommend adding professional customer service for detailed consultation.
Precautions before taking Ibrutinib
Before you start taking Ibrutinib, you must inform your doctor of all your medical conditions so that the doctor can assess the safety and suitability of the treatment. First, be sure to tell your doctor if you have recently had surgery or plan to have any medical, surgical, or dental procedure. Healthcare providers may temporarily stop your Ibrutinib treatment depending on the procedure to reduce the risk of bleeding. Second, if you have bleeding problems (such as hemophilia, platelet dysfunction, etc.) or are using anticoagulant drugs (blood thinners), you should be especially cautious because Ibrutinib itself can increase bleeding tendency. Third, if you smoke, or have had heart rhythm disorders (such as atrial fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia), or have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or other conditions that increase the risk of heart disease, please inform your doctor truthfully, as these factors may increase the incidence of Ibrutinib-related cardiac adverse events. Fourth, if you currently have an infection (including bacterial, viral, or fungal infections), the infection should be controlled before starting treatment because Ibrutinib may suppress immune function. Fifth, patients with liver problems should use it with caution because the drug is mainly metabolized by the liver, and liver dysfunction may affect drug clearance. Sixth, if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, Ibrutinib may harm an unborn fetus. Women with childbearing potential need a pregnancy test before starting treatment; during treatment and for 1 month after the last dose, women should avoid becoming pregnant, and men should also avoid causing pregnancy in their partners. Finally, if you are breastfeeding, you and your doctor need to decide together whether to stop breastfeeding or stop the medication. Also, please list all the drugs you are taking (including prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements), because some drugs may interact with Ibrutinib and increase the risk of serious side effects.
Proper method of taking Ibrutinib
To ensure treatment efficacy and safety, take Ibrutinib exactly as directed by your doctor. The specific method is as follows: Take it only once a day, preferably at about the same time each day, which helps maintain stable blood drug concentrations. When taking it each time, swallow the whole capsule with water. Do not open, break, or chew the capsule, because the capsule shell is designed to protect the drug ingredients and control release. If you forget to take it at your regular time, take the missed dose as soon as you remember on the same day; then take the next dose as scheduled the next day. Be careful: Do not take two doses at the same time on the same day to make up for a missed dose, as this may increase the risk of overdose and serious adverse reactions. If you accidentally take more than the prescribed dose of Ibrutinib, call your doctor immediately or go to the nearest hospital emergency room for help. For the treatment of chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD), the recommended dose of Ibrutinib is 420 mg once daily, equivalent to three 140 mg capsules daily. For other indications (such as chronic lymphocytic leukemia, mantle cell lymphoma, etc.), the dose may be different, so please strictly follow your doctor's prescription. During treatment, have regular follow-up visits and necessary blood tests (such as complete blood count, liver and kidney function, etc.) so that your doctor can evaluate efficacy and monitor potential adverse reactions. Do not stop or reduce the dose on your own because you feel better, and do not increase the dose without permission because your symptoms have not been relieved. If you have any questions about the dosing schedule, please consult your doctor or pharmacist at any time.
