The hallmark of increased platelet destruction is increased marrow megakaryocytes or, when available, high reticulated platelet count. 1  Platelet destruction results from various immune conditions, including the following: 2  Immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) 3  Thrombotic microangiopathies. 4  Post-transfusion purpura (PTP)
DRUG CLASS AND MECHANISM: Methadone is a strong, synthetic (man-made) narcotic that acts on the central nervous system (brain) in a manner similar to other narcotics. It is used in the management of narcotic addiction and for pain control.RUG CLASS AND MECHANISM: Methadone is a strong, synthetic (man-made) narcotic that acts on the central nervous system (brain) in a manner similar to other narcotics. It is used in the management of narcotic addiction and for pain control.
Abuse Potential. Methadose contains methadone, an opioid agonist and Schedule II controlled substance with an abuse liability similar to other opioid agonists, legal or illicit [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS]. Assess each patient's risk for opioid abuse or addiction prior to prescribing Methadose.