Eltrombopag
Indications
- Chronic immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenic purpura in patients of East or Southeast Asian origin refractory to other treatments (such as corticosteroids or immunoglobulins) (under expert supervision)
- Chronic immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenic purpura in patients refractory to other treatments (such as corticosteroids or immunoglobulins) (under expert supervision)
- Treatment of thrombocytopenia associated with chronic hepatitis C infection, where the degree of thrombocytopenia is the main factor preventing the initiation or limiting the ability to maintain optimal interferon-based therapy (under expert supervision)
- Acquired severe aplastic anaemia in patients of East or Southeast Asian origin either refractory to or heavily pretreated with prior immunosuppressive therapy and are unsuitable
- Acquired severe aplastic anaemia in patients either refractory to or heavily pretreated with prior immunosuppressive therapy and are unsuitable
Drug Interactions
34 drug interactions identified for Eltrombopag. Check the full interaction details, severity ratings, and clinical recommendations in the MedNext app.
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Cautions
Patients of East or Southeast Asian origin; risk factors for thromboembolism...
Side Effects
Common or very common Abnormal loss of weight; alopecia; anaemia; anxiety; appetite abnormal; arthralgia; asthenia; cataract; chest discomfort; chills; concentration impaired; constipation; cough; dep...
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Last reviewed: 2026
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