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Eltropag Benefits & Uses

Eltropag is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Thrombocytopenia and ITP

Other Benefits

Eltropag Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Below 6 years old can take 25 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Above 1 years old can take

Eltropag Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Eltropag is used -

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Back Pain
Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Hair Loss
Cough
Diarrhoea
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Common

Running nose
Rash
Paresthesia
Dry eyes

Eltropag Related Warnings

Is the use of Eltropag safe for pregnant women?

Eltropag can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Eltropag, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Eltropag safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Eltropag. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Eltropag on the Kidneys?

Using Eltropag does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Eltropag on the Liver?

Side effects of Eltropag rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Eltropag on the Heart?

Eltropag is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Eltropag with Other Drugs

Eltropag should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Aluminium hydroxide

Magnesium hydroxide

Moderate

Paracetamol

Eltropag Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Eltropag unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hepatitis C
Liver Disease
Cataract
Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Eltropag

Is this Eltropag habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Eltropag is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Eltropag as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Eltropag is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Eltropag for mental disorders.

No

Eltropag Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Eltropag

Eltropag may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Eltropag

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Eltropag.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Promacta (eltrombopag)

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