Romiplostim Subcutaneous and Venlafaxine ER

• Generic Name: romiplostim
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Nplate

Romiplostim injection is used to treat low blood platelet counts (thrombocytopenia) and help prevent bleeding in patients with a blood disorder called chronic immune thrombocytopenia (ITP). Romiplostim is used after a splenectomy (surgery to remove the spleen) or when other medicines, such as steroids or immunoglobulins, have not worked well enough. Platelets help clot the blood, so a person with thrombocytopenia may have bleeding problems. Romiplostim works by stimulating the bone marrow to produce more platelets.

Romiplostim is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.

• Generic Name: venlafaxine
• Dosage Forms: tablet, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Effexor XR, Effexor

Venlafaxine is an antidepressant belonging to a group of drugs called selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SSNRIs). Venlafaxine affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression.

Venlafaxine is used to treat major depressive disorder, anxiety and panic disorder.