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What can living with indolent systemic mastocytosis (ISM) and taking AYVAKIT look like? Ask those experiencing it. If you are considering or have started AYVAKIT, you can request to connect one-on-one with a real patient through our AYVAKIT Mentor Program.

Real AYVAKIT Patients

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  • Connect with patients

    Hear from an AYVAKIT mentor who can provide valuable insight and support as you navigate your treatment journey.

  • Hear experiences

    Talk to a mentor who understands ISM first hand and can share insights on their AYVAKIT experience.

  • Learn helpful tips

    A mentor can support you on your journey, whether it's tips for talking to your doctor or ways to find support.

AYVAKIT Mentors

Meet some of our AYVAKIT mentors. Share an authentic conversation about AYVAKIT and ISM.
Whether it's talking about their experiences, offering valuable insight, or sharing ways to find support, they’re ready to help.

AYVAKIT Mentors are compensated by Blueprint Medicines for sharing their stories.

Janet, a real person with ISM taking AYVAKIT since 2023

AYVAKIT Patient
since 2023

Janet

“I hope you’ll discover that we are not alone, even though it may feel that way sometimes.”

Janiel, a real person with ISM taking AYVAKIT since 2023

AYVAKIT Patient
since 2023

Janiel

“The mentor program is a rare opportunity to discuss ISM and AYVAKIT with someone who can actually relate to what living day-to-day is like. There is nothing to lose.”

Pete, a real person with ISM taking AYVAKIT since 2024

AYVAKIT Patient
since 2024

Pete

"Since my ISM diagnosis, my idea of what is 'normal' has changed. I hope you feel encouraged to continue researching treatment options and advocating for yourself."

Donna, a real person with ISM taking AYVAKIT since 2023

AYVAKIT Patient
since 2023

Donna

“I spent many years feeling unheard as my symptoms evolved, intensified, and disrupted my daily life. I hope that by sharing my story, you will know that you are not alone, and feel empowered to seek the care you need.”

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You can also call 1‑833‑ISM‑MEET (1‑833‑476‑6338).

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INDICATION

WHAT IS AYVAKIT® (avapritinib)?

AYVAKIT® (avapritinib) is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with indolent systemic mastocytosis (ISM). AYVAKIT is not recommended in people with low platelet counts (less than 50 X 109/L). It is not known if AYVAKIT is safe and effective in children.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

AYVAKIT® (avapritinib) may cause serious side effects, including:

Cognitive effects. Cognitive side effects can happen during treatment with AYVAKIT and can be severe. Tell your healthcare provider if you develop any new or worsening cognitive symptoms including forgetfulness, confusion, getting lost, trouble thinking, drowsiness, trouble staying awake (somnolence), word finding problems, seeing objects or hearing things that are not there (hallucinations), or a change in mood or behavior.

Skin sensitivity to sunlight (photosensitivity). Your skin may be sensitive to the sun or other forms of light (photosensitivity) during treatment with AYVAKIT. Avoid or limit exposure to direct sunlight, sunlamps, and other sources of ultraviolet radiation during treatment and for 1 week after stopping treatment with AYVAKIT. Use sunscreen or wear clothes that cover your skin if you need to be out in the sun.

Before taking AYVAKIT, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:

  • history of bulging or weakening of a blood vessel wall (aneurysm) or bleeding in your brain
  • have a history of stroke within the last year
  • have low platelet counts
  • have or have had liver problems
  • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. AYVAKIT can cause harm to your unborn baby
  • Females who are able to become pregnant: Your healthcare provider should do a pregnancy test before you start AYVAKIT. You should use effective birth control (contraception) during treatment with AYVAKIT and for 6 weeks after the final dose of AYVAKIT. Talk to your healthcare provider about birth control methods that may be right for you. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant during treatment with AYVAKIT.
  • Males with female partners who are able to become pregnant should use effective birth control (contraception) during treatment and for 6 weeks after the final dose of AYVAKIT.
  • are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if AYVAKIT passes into your breast milk. Do not breastfeed during treatment with AYVAKIT and for at least 2 weeks after the final dose of AYVAKIT. Talk to your healthcare provider about the best way to feed your baby during this time

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. AYVAKIT may affect the way other medicines work, and certain other medicines may affect how AYVAKIT works. Especially tell your healthcare provider if you take estrogen-containing hormonal birth control or medicines that prevent blood clots.

Do not drive or operate hazardous machinery if you have confusion or trouble thinking during treatment with AYVAKIT.

The most common side effects of AYVAKIT in people with ISM include: swelling around your eyes, dizziness, swelling of your arms and legs, and flushing.

Your healthcare provider may change your dose, temporarily stop, or permanently stop treatment with AYVAKIT if you develop certain side effects. AYVAKIT may cause fertility problems in females and males. Talk to your healthcare provider if this is a concern for you.

These are not all of the possible side effects of AYVAKIT. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You are encouraged to report side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Please click here to see the full Prescribing Information and Patient Information for AYVAKIT.

INDICATION & IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

AYVAKIT® (avapritinib) may cause serious side effects, including:

Cognitive effects. Cognitive side effects can happen during treatment with AYVAKIT and can be severe. Tell your healthcare provider if you develop any new or worsening cognitive symptoms including forgetfulness, confusion, getting lost, trouble thinking, drowsiness, trouble staying awake (somnolence),

INDICATION & IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Warning: AYVAKIT® (avapritinib) may cause serious side effects, including cognitive effects, skin sensitivity to sunlight (photosensitivity), harm to your unborn baby.

INDICATION & IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Warning: AYVAKIT® (avapritinib) may cause serious side effects, including cognitive effects, skin sensitivity to sunlight (photosensitivity), harm to your unborn baby.

INDICATION

WHAT IS AYVAKIT® (avapritinib)?

AYVAKIT® (avapritinib) is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with indolent systemic mastocytosis (ISM). AYVAKIT is not recommended in people with low platelet counts (less than 50 X 109/L). It is not known if AYVAKIT is safe and effective in children.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

AYVAKIT® (avapritinib) may cause serious side effects, including:

Cognitive effects. Cognitive side effects can happen during treatment with AYVAKIT and can be severe. Tell your healthcare provider if you develop any new or worsening cognitive symptoms including forgetfulness, confusion, getting lost, trouble thinking, drowsiness, trouble staying awake (somnolence), word finding problems, seeing objects or hearing things that are not there (hallucinations), or a change in mood or behavior.

Skin sensitivity to sunlight (photosensitivity). Your skin may be sensitive to the sun or other forms of light (photosensitivity) during treatment with AYVAKIT. Avoid or limit exposure to direct sunlight, sunlamps, and other sources of ultraviolet radiation during treatment and for 1 week after stopping treatment with AYVAKIT. Use sunscreen or wear clothes that cover your skin if you need to be out in the sun.

Before taking AYVAKIT, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:

  • history of bulging or weakening of a blood vessel wall (aneurysm) or bleeding in your brain
  • have a history of stroke within the last year
  • have low platelet counts
  • have or have had liver problems
  • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. AYVAKIT can cause harm to your unborn baby
  • Females who are able to become pregnant: Your healthcare provider should do a pregnancy test before you start AYVAKIT. You should use effective birth control (contraception) during treatment with AYVAKIT and for 6 weeks after the final dose of AYVAKIT. Talk to your healthcare provider about birth control methods that may be right for you. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant during treatment with AYVAKIT.
  • Males with female partners who are able to become pregnant should use effective birth control (contraception) during treatment and for 6 weeks after the final dose of AYVAKIT.
  • are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if AYVAKIT passes into your breast milk. Do not breastfeed during treatment with AYVAKIT and for at least 2 weeks after the final dose of AYVAKIT. Talk to your healthcare provider about the best way to feed your baby during this time

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. AYVAKIT may affect the way other medicines work, and certain other medicines may affect how AYVAKIT works. Especially tell your healthcare provider if you take estrogen-containing hormonal birth control or medicines that prevent blood clots.

Do not drive or operate hazardous machinery if you have confusion or trouble thinking during treatment with AYVAKIT.

The most common side effects of AYVAKIT in people with ISM include: swelling around your eyes, dizziness, swelling of your arms and legs, and flushing.

Your healthcare provider may change your dose, temporarily stop, or permanently stop treatment with AYVAKIT if you develop certain side effects. AYVAKIT may cause fertility problems in females and males. Talk to your healthcare provider if this is a concern for you.

These are not all of the possible side effects of AYVAKIT. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You are encouraged to report side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Please click here to see the full Prescribing Information and Patient Information for AYVAKIT.