Fostamatinib (Tavalisse) is a spleen tyrosine kinase (SYK) inhibitor, mainly used for the treatment of adult patients with chronic immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) who have had an inadequate response to previous treatments. Its English name is Fostamatinib, and it can also be referred to as FosD.
What are the purchasing channels for Fostamatinib (Tavalisse)?
Fostamatinib (Tavalisse) is a prescription drug, and its purchase and use should strictly follow the doctor's advice and guidance. At present, Fostamatinib has not been launched in China. For purchasing channels, the following suggestions can be referred to.
Purchase directly overseas
Since Fostamatinib has not been launched in China, it cannot be purchased directly from domestic hospital pharmacies, so patients can choose to purchase it directly overseas.
However, due to possible differences in drug approval standards, quality monitoring systems, and sales channels in different countries, the purchased drugs may have quality problems, fail to meet local medication standards, or cannot provide legal after-sales service guarantees. Therefore, it is not recommended for patients or their families to go abroad to purchase the drug by themselves.
Online medical platforms
Patients can also inquire about and purchase Fostamatinib through regular online medical platforms in China. These platforms usually cooperate with legal foreign pharmacies, and can provide accurate drug information and transparent prices. When purchasing, patients should ensure that they choose regular and qualified online pharmacies, and pay attention to checking the drug's approval number, production date, expiration date and other information.
No matter which channel is used for purchase, one should follow the doctor's prescription guidance to ensure safe and rational use of the drug. If you have any questions or need further help, please consult a doctor or professional in a timely manner.
How should Fostamatinib (Tavalisse) be stored?
After purchasing Fostamatinib, patients can refer to the following suggestions for storage to avoid drug deterioration due to improper storage.
Temperature and humidity requirements
Fostamatinib should be stored at room temperature of 20-25℃. The drug can maintain its chemical stability and activity in a stable temperature environment. The storage environment should be kept dry to avoid moisture, as moisture may cause the drug to deteriorate or degrade.
Store away from light
Fostamatinib should be protected from direct sunlight, because ultraviolet rays in sunlight may destroy the drug molecules and reduce the efficacy.
Pay attention to the expiration date
When storing Fostamatinib, attention should also be paid to its expiration date. Once the drug expires, even if the storage conditions are good, it should no longer be used, because expired drugs may have lost their efficacy or produced harmful substances.
Fostamatinib is supplied in bottles or boxes, and the original packaging should be kept intact, and stored in accordance with the instructions on the package insert. Do not arbitrarily take the drug out of the original packaging to avoid exposure to an inappropriate environment. Fostamatinib should be stored out of the reach of children and pets to prevent accidental ingestion or abuse.
