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​Who is Anamorelin suitable for?

Release date: 2024-08-20 16:40:55     Recommended: 134

Launched in Japan in 2021, anamoline is the world's first drug specifically for the treatment of cachexia; As a ghrelin receptor agonist, it is able to increase the patient's appetite, increase body weight and muscle mass. The advent of anamoline fills a gap in the field of cancer cachexia therapy.

Who is Anamorelin suitable for?

Anamorelin is specifically used to relieve symptoms of cancer cachexia, especially weight loss and decreased appetite caused by cancer.

1. Colorectal cancer

It is indicated for the treatment of colorectal cancer patients, especially in support of disease-related cachexia and weight loss.

2. Patients with cancer cachexia who do not respond well to nutritional therapy

For those with cancer cachexia who do not respond well to standard nutritional therapy, anamarin can be used as a complementary treatment to help improve weight and appetite.

With effective treatment for these symptoms, anamoline helps to improve the patient's quality of life and overall well-being. It is important to understand the precautions associated with medication before using the drug.

What are the precautions for taking Anamorelin?

When using anamoline, the following things can help optimize treatment outcomes and reduce potential risks.

1. Underlying heart disease

In patients with underlying heart conditions, such as valvular disease and cardiomyopathy, anamarin may suppress heart function and worsen symptoms.

2. History of myocardial infarction or angina

These patients may have cardiac dysfunction and symptoms may worsen.

Adhering to these precautions can help you better manage your treatment and improve its outcomes. Next, we will explore the interaction of anamarin with other drugs.

Drug Interactions with Anamorelin?

Understanding drug interactions is essential to optimize treatment and avoid potential risks. Next, we will detail the interactions that anamarin may have with other medications.

1. Anti-arrhythmic drugs

Drugs like piperacillin and hydrochloride chloride also have sodium channel inhibition, and their use in combination with Anamorelin may increase the risk of arrhythmias, requiring special attention to changes in cardiac symptoms.

2. β receptor blockers

Drugs such as atenolol can have a suppressive effect on cardiac function, and when used with anamolin, it may exacerbate the side effects of cardiac function suppression, and cardiac function should be closely monitored.

Having this information on drug interactions can help patients better manage their treatment and avoid unnecessary risks.

[Warm tips] Please pay attention to the compatibility with other drugs during the use of anamoline, and adjust the medication regimen in time if there is any change or discomfort.