PROMACTA (eltrombopag) Tablets contain Eltrombopag olamine, a small molecule thrombopoietin (TPO) receptor agonist for oral administration. Eltrombopag interacts with the transmembrane domain of the TPO receptor (also known as cMpl) leading to increased platelet production. Each tablet contains Eltrombopag olamine in the amount equivalent to 25 mg or 50 mg of Eltrombopag free acid. Eltrombopag is indicated for the treatment of thrombocytopenia in patients with chronic immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) who have had an insufficient response to corticosteroids, immunoglobulins, or splenectomy. Eltrombopag should be used only in patients with ITP whose degree of thrombocytopenia and clinical condition increases the risk for bleeding. Eltrombopag should not be used in an attempt to normalize platelet counts.
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Can Eltrombopag be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Can Eltrombopag be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Eltrombopag be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Eltrombopag, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Eltrombopag. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
Patient reports
One patient reported useful
How active was the Eltrombopag in relieving patients of the disease or symptoms? Based on the survey reports from users of gmedication.com, about Useful percentage of users claimed the Eltrombopag were useful to them in reducing their symptoms and diseases. However, the effectiveness of the medicine is influenced by many factors like the perception of the symptom, the severity of the conditions, and some other factors; the brand name could also be a factor to an extent. In the event the medicine does not produce the same effective result in your case, ensure you consult your medical expert to reexamine you on your disease or symptoms and prescribe, after that, alternative medications.
Patients
%
Useful
1
100.0%
Patient reported side effects
No survey data has been collected yet
Patient reported price estimates
No survey data has been collected yet
One patient reported frequency of use
How often should I take Eltrombopag? According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Eltrombopag should take Once in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
Patients
%
Once in a day
1
100.0%
Ten patients reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used? Eltrombopag May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
Patients
%
11-50mg
10
100.0%
Patient reported time for results
No survey data has been collected yet
Patient reported administration
No survey data has been collected yet
Three patients reported age
Patients
%
> 60
2
66.7%
16-29
1
33.3%
Patient reviews
samuel
22 Mar 2017 21:07
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