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ELTROMBOPAG
Overview
Active ingredients
Source: NDC DirectoryForms, strengths and routes
Source: NDC DirectoryPharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.
Pharmacologic class
Source: NDC Directory| Class | Type | Browse |
|---|---|---|
| Breast Cancer Resistance Protein Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | All 44 members |
| Increased Megakaryocyte Maturation [PE] | PE | 8 members — no class page |
| Increased Platelet Production [PE] | PE | 8 members — no class page |
| Organic Anion Transporting Polypeptide 1B1 Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | All 19 members |
| Thrombopoietin Receptor Agonist [EPC] | EPC | 8 members — no class page |
| Thrombopoietin Receptor Agonists [MoA] | MoA | 8 members — no class page |
| UGT1A1 Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | All 14 members |
| UGT1A3 Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | 7 members — no class page |
| UGT1A4 Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | 7 members — no class page |
| UGT1A6 Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | 7 members — no class page |
| UGT1A9 Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | All 11 members |
| UGT2B15 Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | 7 members — no class page |
| UGT2B7 Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | All 11 members |
Regulatory status
Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory| Product | Trade name | Form | Strength | Ingredient | Status | TE | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 206788-001 | ELTROMBOPAG OLAMINE | TABLET | ELTROMBOPAG OLAMINE | Prescription | AB | ||
| 206788-002 | ELTROMBOPAG OLAMINE | TABLET | ELTROMBOPAG OLAMINE | Prescription | AB | ||
| 206788-003 | ELTROMBOPAG OLAMINE | TABLET | ELTROMBOPAG OLAMINE | Prescription | AB | ||
| 206788-004 | ELTROMBOPAG OLAMINE | TABLET | ELTROMBOPAG OLAMINE | Prescription | AB |
Therapeutic equivalence
Source: Orange BookWhat this rating means: Therapeutically equivalent — bioequivalence demonstrated by in vivo or in vitro testing
Codes beginning with “A” indicate products the FDA considers therapeutically equivalent. Codes beginning with “B” indicate bioequivalence has not been established. See methodology.
Approval history
Source: Drugs@FDA| Type | No. | Action | Status | Date | Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Original application | 1 | Approved | January 17, 2025 | Standard |
Review documents
- 0 · Original application · February 19, 2025
Prescribing information
Source: openFDA Drug LabelingReproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20260702). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.
Boxed Warning
openFDA Drug LabelingWARNING: RISK FOR HEPATIC DECOMPENSATION IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC HEPATITIS C and RISK OF HEPATOTOXICITY In patients with chronic hepatitis C, eltrombopag tablets in combination with interferon and ribavirin may increase the risk of hepatic decompensation [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Eltrombopag tablets may increase the risk of severe and potentially life-threatening hepatotoxicity. Monitor hepatic function and discontinue dosing as recommended [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . WARNING: RISK FOR HEPATIC DECOMPENSATION IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC HEPATITIS C and RISK OF HEPATOTOXICITY See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. In patients with chronic hepatitis C, eltrombopag tablets in combination with interferon and ribavirin may increase the risk of hepatic decompensation. ( 5.1 ) Eltrombopag tablets may increase the risk of severe and potentially life-threatening hepatotoxicity. Monitor hepatic function and discontinue dosing as recommended. ( 5.2 )
Recent Major Changes
openFDA Drug LabelingRECENT MAJOR CHANGES SECTION Warnings and Precautions, Laboratory Test Interference ( 5.6 ) 6/2025
Indications and Usage
openFDA Drug Labeling1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Eltrombopag tablet is a thrombopoietin receptor agonist indicated: • for the treatment of thrombocytopenia in adult and pediatric patients 1 year and older with persistent or chronic immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) who have had an insufficient response to corticosteroids, immunoglobulins, or splenectomy. Eltrombopag tablets should be used only in patients with ITP whose degree of thrombocytopenia and clinical condition increase the risk for bleeding. (1.1) • for the treatment of thrombocytopenia in patients with chronic hepatitis C to allow the initiation and maintenance of interferon-based therapy. Eltrombopag tablets should be used only in patients with chronic hepatitis C whose degree of thrombocytopenia prevents the initiation of interferon-based therapy or limits the ability to maintain interferon-based therapy. (1.2) • in combination with standard immunosuppressive therapy for the first-line treatment of adult and pediatric patients 2 years and older with severe aplastic anemia. (1.3) • for the treatment of patients with severe aplastic anemia who have had an insufficient response to immunosuppressive therapy. (1.3) Limitations of Use: • Eltrombopag tablets are not indicated for the treatment of patients with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). (1.4) • Safety and efficacy have not been established in combination with direct-acting antiviral agents used without interferon for treatment of chronic hepatitis C infection. (1.4) 1.1 Treatment of Thrombocytopenia in Patients With Persistent or Chronic Immune Thrombocytopenia Eltrombopag tablets are indicated for the treatment of thrombocytopenia in adult and pediatric patients 1 year and older with persistent or chronic immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) who have had an insufficient response to corticosteroids, immunoglobulins, or splenectomy. Eltrombopag tablets should be used only in patients with ITP whose degree of thrombocytopenia and clinical condition increase the risk for bleeding. 1.2 Treatment of Thrombocytopenia in Patients With Hepatitis C Infection Eltrombopag tablets are indicated for the treatment of thrombocytopenia in patients with chronic hepatitis C to allow the initiation and maintenance of interferon-based therapy. Eltrombopag tablets should be used only in patients with chronic hepatitis C whose degree of thrombocytopenia prevents the initiation of interferon-based therapy or limits the ability to maintain interferon-based therapy. 1.3 Treatment of Severe Aplastic Anemia • Eltrombopag tablets are indicated in combination with standard immunosuppressive therapy (IST) for the first-line treatment of adult and pediatric patients 2 years and older with severe aplastic anemia. • Eltrombopag tablets are indicated for the treatment of patients with severe aplastic anemia who have had an insufficient response to immunosuppressive therapy. 1.4 Limitations of Use • Eltrombopag tablets are not indicated for the treatment of patients with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)] . • Safety and efficacy have not been established in combination with direct-acting antiviral agents used without interferon for treatment of chronic hepatitis C infection.
Dosage and Administration
openFDA Drug Labeling2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Take Eltrombopag tablets without a meal or with a meal low in calcium (≤ 50 mg). Take Eltrombopag tablets at least 2 hours before or 4 hours after any medications or products containing polyvalent cations, such as antacids, calcium-rich foods, and mineral supplements. ( 2.4 , 7.1 , 12.3 ) Persistent or Chronic ITP: Initiate Eltrombopag tablets at 50 mg orally once daily for most adult and pediatric patients 6 years and older, and at 25 mg orally once daily for pediatric patients aged 1 to 5 years. Dose reductions are needed for patients with hepatic impairment and some patients of East-/Southeast-Asian ancestry. Adjust to maintain platelet count greater than or equal to 50 x 10 9 /L. Do not exceed 75 mg per day. ( 2.1 , 8.6 , 8.7 ) Chronic Hepatitis C-associated Thrombocytopenia: Initiate Eltrombopag tablets at 25 mg orally once daily for all patients. Adjust to achieve target platelet count required to initiate antiviral therapy. Do not exceed a daily dose of 100 mg. ( 2.2 ) First-line Severe Aplastic Anemia: Initiate Eltrombopag tablets orally once daily at 2.5 mg/kg (in pediatric patients aged 2 to 5 years old), 75 mg (pediatric patients aged 6 to 11 years old), or 150 mg for patients aged 12 years and older concurrently with standard immunosuppressive therapy. Reduce initial dose in patients of East-/Southeast-Asian ancestry. Modify dosage for toxicity or elevated platelet counts. ( 2.3 , 8.7 ) Refractory Severe Aplastic Anemia: Initiate Eltrombopag tablets orally at 50 mg once daily. Reduce initial dose in patients with hepatic impairment or patients of East-/Southeast-Asian ancestry. Adjust to maintain platelet count greater than 50 x 10 9 /L. Do not exceed 150 mg per day. ( 2.3 , 8.6 , 8.7 ) 2.1 Persistent or Chronic Immune Thrombocytopenia Use the lowest dose of Eltrombopag tablets to achieve and maintain a platelet count greater than or equal to 50 x 10 9 /L as necessary to reduce the risk for bleeding. Dose adjustments are based upon the platelet count response. Do not use Eltrombopag tablets to normalize platelet counts [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )]. In clinical trials, platelet counts generally increased within 1 to 2 weeks after starting Eltrombopag tablets and decreased within 1 to 2 weeks after discontinuing Eltrombopag tablets [see Clinical Studies ( 14.1 )] . Initial Dose Regimen: Adult and Pediatric Patients 6 Years and Older with ITP: Initiate Eltrombopag tablets at a dose of 50 mg orally once daily, except in patients who are of East-/Southeast-Asian ancestry or who have mild to severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh class A, B, C). For patients of East-/Southeast-Asian ancestry with ITP, initiate Eltrombopag tablets at a reduced dose of 25 mg orally once daily [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.7 ), Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. For patients with ITP and mild, moderate, or severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh class A, B, C), initiate Eltrombopag tablets at a reduced dose of 25 mg orally once daily [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.6 ), Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . For patients of East-/Southeast-Asian ancestry with ITP and hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh class A, B, C), consider initiating Eltrombopag tablets at a reduced dose of 12.5 mg orally once daily [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Pediatric Patients with ITP Aged 1 to 5 Years: Initiate Eltrombopag tablets at a dose of 25 mg orally once daily [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.7 ), Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Monitoring and Dose Adjustment: After initiating Eltrombopag tablets, adjust the dose to achieve and maintain a platelet count greater than or equal to 50 x 10 9 /L as necessary to reduce the risk for bleeding. Do not exceed a dose of 75 mg daily. Monitor clinical hematology and liver tests regularly throughout therapy with Eltrombopag tablets and modify the dosage regimen of Eltrombopag tablets based on platelet counts as outlined in Table 1. During therapy with Eltrombopag tablets, …
Dosage Forms and Strengths
openFDA Drug Labeling3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Tablets 12.5-mg tablets - Light gray to gray colored round shaped film coated tablets debossed with “12.5” on one side and “VT” on other side. Should be free from physical defects. Each tablet, for oral administration, contains eltrombopag olamine, equivalent to 12.5 mg of eltrombopag free acid. 25-mg tablets - Off white to white colored round shaped film coated tablets debossed with “EO 25” on one side and “VT” on other side. Should be free from physical defects. Each tablet, for oral administration, contains eltrombopag olamine, equivalent to 25 mg of eltrombopag free acid. 50-mg tablets - Light Brown colored round shaped film coated tablets debossed with “EO 50” on one side and “VT” on other side. Should be free from physical defects. Each tablet, for oral administration, contains eltrombopag olamine, equivalent to 50 mg of eltrombopag free acid. 75-mg tablets - Brown colored round shaped film coated tablets debossed with “EO 75” on one side and “VT” on other side. Should be free from physical defects. Each tablet, for oral administration, contains eltrombopag olamine, equivalent to 75 mg of eltrombopag free acid. Tablets: 12.5 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, and 75 mg ( 3 )
Contraindications
openFDA Drug Labeling4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )
Warnings and Cautions
openFDA Drug Labeling5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hepatotoxicity: Monitor liver function before and during therapy. ( 5.2 ) Increased Risk of Death and Progression of Myelodysplastic Syndromes to Acute Myeloid Leukemia. ( 5.3 ) Thrombotic/Thromboembolic Complications: Portal vein thrombosis has been reported in patients with chronic liver disease receiving Eltrombopag tablets. Monitor platelet counts regularly. ( 5.4 ) 5.1 Hepatic Decompensation in Patients With Chronic Hepatitis C In patients with chronic hepatitis C, Eltrombopag tablets in combination with interferon and ribavirin may increase the risk of hepatic decompensation. In two controlled clinical trials in patients with chronic hepatitis C and thrombocytopenia, ascites and encephalopathy occurred more frequently on the arm receiving treatment with Eltrombopag tablets plus antivirals (7%) than the placebo plus antivirals arm (4%). Patients with low albumin levels (less than 3.5 g/dL) or Model for End-Stage Liver Disease (MELD) score greater than or equal to 10 at baseline had a greater risk for hepatic decompensation on the arm receiving treatment with Eltrombopag tablets plus antivirals. Discontinue Eltrombopag tablets if antiviral therapy is discontinued. 5.2 Hepatotoxicity Eltrombopag tablets may increase the risk of severe and potentially life-threatening hepatotoxicity [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] . One patient (< 1%) with ITP treated with Eltrombopag tablets in clinical trials experienced drug-induced liver injury. Eleven patients (1%) with chronic hepatitis C treated with Eltrombopag tablets in clinical trials experienced drug-induced liver injury. Treatment of ITP, Chronic Hepatitis C-associated Thrombocytopenia, and Refractory Severe Aplastic Anemia Measure serum ALT, AST, and bilirubin prior to initiation of Eltrombopag tablets, every 2 weeks during the dose adjustment phase, and monthly following establishment of a stable dose [see Drug Interactions ( 7.5 )] . Eltrombopag tablets inhibits UDP glucuronosyltransferase (UGT)1A1 and organic anion-transporting polypeptide (OATP)1B1, which may lead to indirect hyperbilirubinemia. If bilirubin is elevated, perform fractionation. Evaluate abnormal serum liver tests with repeat testing within 3 to 5 days. If the abnormalities are confirmed, monitor serum liver tests weekly until resolved or stabilized. Discontinue Eltrombopag tablets if ALT levels increase to greater than or equal to 3 x ULN in patients with normal liver function or greater than or equal to 3 x baseline (or greater than 5 x ULN, whichever is the lower) in patients with pre-treatment elevations in transaminases and are: progressively increasing, or persistent for greater than or equal to 4 weeks, or accompanied by increased direct bilirubin, or accompanied by clinical symptoms of liver injury or evidence for hepatic decompensation. If the potential benefit for reinitiating treatment with Eltrombopag tablets is considered to outweigh the risk for hepatotoxicity, then consider cautiously reintroducing Eltrombopag tablets and measure serum liver tests weekly during the dose adjustment phase. Hepatotoxicity may reoccur if Eltrombopag tablets is reinitiated. If liver test abnormalities persist, worsen, or recur, then permanently discontinue Eltrombopag tablets. First-Line Treatment of Severe Aplastic Anemia Measure ALT, AST, and bilirubin prior to initiation of Eltrombopag tablets, every other day while hospitalized for h-ATG therapy, and then every 2 weeks during treatment. During treatment, manage increases in ALT or AST levels as recommended in Table 6. 5.3 Increased Risk of Death and Progression of Myelodysplastic Syndromes to Acute Myeloid Leukemia A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter trial in patients with International Prognostic Scoring System (IPSS) intermediate-1, intermediate-2 or high risk MDS with thrombocytopenia, receiving azacitidine in combination with either Eltrombopag tablets (n = 179) or placebo (n = 177) was terminated due to lac …
Adverse Reactions
openFDA Drug Labeling6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions associated with eltrombopag are described in other sections. • Hepatic Decompensation in Patients with Chronic Hepatitis C [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] • Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] • Increased Risk of Death and Progression of Myelodysplastic Syndromes to Acute Myeloid Leukemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] • Thrombotic/Thromboembolic Complications [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] • Cataracts [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Across all indications, the most common adverse reactions (≥ 20% in any indication) were: anemia, nausea, pyrexia, alanine aminotransferase increased, cough, fatigue, headache, and diarrhea. (6.1) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Annora Pharma Private Limited at 1-866-495-1995 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared with rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. Persistent or Chronic Immune Thrombocytopenia Adults: In clinical trials, hemorrhage was the most common serious adverse reaction and most hemorrhagic reactions followed discontinuation of eltrombopag. Other serious adverse reactions included thrombotic/thromboembolic complications [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ]. The data described below reflect exposure of eltrombopag to patients with persistent or chronic ITP aged 18 to 85 years, of whom 66% were female, in three placebo-controlled trials and one open-label extension trial [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ]. Eltrombopag was administered to 330 patients for at least 6 months and 218 patients for at least 1 year. Table 8 presents the most common adverse drug reactions (experienced by greater than or equal to 3% of patients receiving eltrombopag) from the three placebo-controlled trials, with a higher incidence in eltrombopag versus placebo. Table 8. Adverse Reactions (≥ 3%) From Three Placebo-controlled Trials in Adults With Persistent or Chronic Immune Thrombocytopenia Adverse reaction Eltrombopag 50 mg n = 241 (%) Placebo n = 128 (%) Nausea 9 3 Diarrhea 9 7 Upper respiratory tract infection 7 6 Vomiting 6 3 x ULN. In the two controlled clinical persistent or chronic ITP trials, cataracts developed or worsened in 2 (1%) patients treated with eltrombopag. Both patients had received chronic oral corticosteroids, a risk factor for cataractogenesis. Chronic Hepatitis C-associated Thrombocytopenia: In the two placebo-controlled trials, 955 patients with chronic hepatitis C-associated thrombocytopenia received eltrombopag. Table 11 presents the most common adverse drug reactions (experienced by greater than or equal to 10% of patients receiving eltrombopag compared with placebo). Table 11. Adverse Reactions (≥ 10% and Greater Than Placebo) From Two Placebo-controlled Trials in Adults With Chronic Hepatitis C Adverse reaction Eltrombopag + Peginterferon/Ribavirin n = 955 (%) Placebo + Peginterferon/Ribavirin n = 484 (%) Anemia 40 35 Pyrexia 30 24 Fatigue 28 23 Headache 21 20 Nausea 19 14 Diarrhea 19 11 Decreased appetite 18 14 Influenza-like illness 18 16 Insomnia a 16 15 Asthenia 16 13 Cough 15 12 Pruritus 15 13 Chills 14 9 Myalgia 12 10 Alopecia 10 6 Peripheral edema 10 5 a Includes PTs of insomnia, initial insomnia, and poor quality sleep. Rash was reported in 9% and 7% of patients receiving eltrombopag and placebo, respectively. In the two controlled clinical trials in patients with chronic hepatitis C, hyperbilirubinemia was reported in 8% of patients receiving eltrombopag compared with 3% for placebo. Total bilirubin greater than or equal to 1.5 x ULN was reported in 76% and 50% of patients receiving eltrombopag and placebo, respectively. ALT or AST greater than or equal to 3 x ULN was reported in 34% …
Drug Interactions
openFDA Drug Labeling7 DRUG INTERACTIONS 7.1 Polyvalent Cations (Chelation) Eltrombopag chelates polyvalent cations (such as iron, calcium, aluminum, magnesium, selenium, and zinc) in foods, mineral supplements, and antacids. Take Eltrombopag tablets at least 2 hours before or 4 hours after any medications or products containing polyvalent cations, such as antacids, dairy products, and mineral supplements to avoid significant reduction in absorption of Eltrombopag tablets due to chelation [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 ), Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . 7.2 Transporters Use caution when concomitantly administering Eltrombopag tablets and drugs that are substrates of OATP1B1 (e.g., atorvastatin, bosentan, ezetimibe, fluvastatin, glyburide, olmesartan, pitavastatin, pravastatin, rosuvastatin, repaglinide, rifampin, simvastatin acid, SN-38 [active metabolite of irinotecan], valsartan) or breast cancer resistance protein (BCRP) (e.g., imatinib, irinotecan, lapatinib, methotrexate, mitoxantrone, rosuvastatin, sulfasalazine, topotecan). Monitor patients closely for signs and symptoms of excessive exposure to the drugs that are substrates of OATP1B1 or BCRP and consider reduction of the dose of these drugs, if appropriate. In clinical trials with Eltrombopag tablets, a dose reduction of rosuvastatin by 50% was recommended. 7.3 Protease Inhibitors HIV Protease Inhibitors: No dose adjustment is recommended when Eltrombopag tablets are coadministered with lopinavir/ritonavir (LPV/RTV). Drug interactions with other HIV protease inhibitors have not been evaluated. Hepatitis C Virus Protease Inhibitors: No dose adjustments are recommended when Eltrombopag tablets are coadministered with boceprevir or telaprevir. Drug interactions with other hepatitis C virus (HCV) protease inhibitors have not been evaluated. 7.4 Peginterferon Alfa-2a/b Therapy No dose adjustments are recommended when Eltrombopag tablets are coadministered with peginterferon alfa-2a (PEGASYS ® ) or -2b (PEGINTRON ® ). 7.5 Interference with Clinical Laboratory Tests Eltrombopag (Eltrombopag tablets) is highly colored and can cause patient sample discoloration, which is reported to interfere with some clinical laboratory tests, including, but not limited to bilirubin and creatinine. Bilirubin Testing: Eltrombopag can cause both positive and negative interference with bilirubin assays. If the laboratory results for bilirubin are inconsistent with clinical observations, further evaluation of liver function should be performed to clarify the clinical status of the patient. Evaluating contemporaneous aminotransferase values (AST, ALT) may help determine the validity of normal total bilirubin levels in the presence of clinical jaundice. Creatinine Testing: Eltrombopag can cause positive interference with creatinine measurements, leading to falsely elevated creatinine levels. In the event of an unexpected serum creatinine test result, further evaluation of renal function should be performed. Blood urea should be evaluated if serum creatinine is unexpectedly high. Communicate to the lab conducting testing if the patient is taking Eltrombopag tablets. Re-testing using other methods may also help in determining the validity of the test results.
Use in Specific Populations
openFDA Drug Labeling8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Lactation: Advise women not to breastfeed during treatment. ( 8.2 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data from a small number of published case reports and postmarketing experience with Eltrombopag tablets use in pregnant women are insufficient to assess any drug-associated risks for major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. In animal reproduction and developmental toxicity studies, oral administration of eltrombopag to pregnant rats during organogenesis resulted in embryolethality and reduced fetal weights at maternally toxic doses. These effects were observed at doses resulting in exposures that were six times the human clinical exposure based on area under the curve (AUC) in patients with persistent or chronic ITP at 75 mg/day, and three times the AUC in patients with chronic hepatitis C at 100 mg/day (see Data). The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and of miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively. Data Animal Data In an early embryonic development study, female rats received oral eltrombopag at doses of 10, 20, or 60 mg/kg/day (0.8, 2, and 6 times, respectively, the human clinical exposure based on AUC in patients with ITP at 75 mg/day and 0.3, 1, and 3 times, respectively, the human clinical exposure based on AUC in patients with chronic hepatitis C at 100 mg/day). Increased pre- and post-implantation loss and reduced fetal weight were observed at the highest dose which also caused maternal toxicity. In an embryo-fetal development study eltrombopag was administered orally to pregnant rats during the period of organogenesis at doses of 10, 20, or 60 mg/kg/day (0.8, 2, and 6 times, respectively, the human clinical exposure based on AUC in patients with ITP at 75 mg/day and 0.3, 1, and 3 times, respectively, the human clinical exposure based on AUC in patients with chronic hepatitis C at 100 mg/day). Decreased fetal weights (6% to 7%) and a slight increase in the presence of cervical ribs were observed at the highest dose which also caused maternal toxicity. However, no evidence of major structural malformations was observed. In an embryo-fetal development study eltrombopag was administered orally to pregnant rabbits during the period of organogenesis at doses of 30, 80, or 150 mg/kg/day (0.04, 0.3, and 0.5 times, respectively, the human clinical exposure based on AUC in patients with ITP at 75 mg/day and 0.02, 0.1, and 0.3 times, respectively, the human clinical exposure based on AUC in patients with chronic hepatitis C at 100 mg/day). No evidence of fetotoxicity, embryolethality, or teratogenicity was observed. In a pre- and post-natal developmental toxicity study in pregnant rats (F0), oral Eltrombopag was administered from gestation Day 6 through lactation Day 20. No adverse effects on maternal reproductive function or on the development of the offspring (F1) were observed at doses up to 20 mg/kg/day (2 times the human clinical exposure based on AUC in patients with ITP at 75 mg/day and similar to the human clinical exposure based on AUC in patients with chronic hepatitis C at 100 mg/day). Eltrombopag was detected in the plasma of offspring (F1). The plasma concentrations in pups increased with dose following administration of drug to the F0 dams. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There are no data regarding the presence of eltrombopag or its metabolites in human milk, the effects on the breastfed child, or the effects on milk production. However, eltrombopag was detected in the pups of lactating rats 10 days postpartum suggesting the potential for transfer during lactation. Due to the potential for serious adverse reactions in a breastfed child from Eltrombopag tablets, bre …
Mechanism of Action
openFDA Drug Labeling12.1 Mechanism of Action Eltrombopag is a TPO-receptor agonist that interacts with the transmembrane domain of the human TPO-receptor (also known as cMpl) and initiates signaling cascades that induce proliferation and differentiation of megakaryocytes leading to increased platelet production.
Description
openFDA Drug Labeling11 DESCRIPTION Eltrombopag tablets contain eltrombopag olamine, a small molecule thrombopoietin (TPO) receptor agonist for oral administration. Eltrombopag olamine is a biphenyl hydrazone. The chemical name for eltrombopag olamine is 3'-{(2Z)-2-[1-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)-3-methyl-5-oxo-1,5-dihydro-4H-pyrazol-4-ylidene]hydrazino}-2'-hydroxy-3- biphenylcarboxylic acid - 2-aminoethanol (1:2). It has the molecular formula C 25 H 22 N 4 O 4 • 2(C 2 H 7 NO). The molecular weight is 564.65 g/mol for eltrombopag olamine and 442.5 g/mol for eltrombopag free acid. Eltrombopag olamine has the following structural formula: Eltrombopag olamine is sparingly soluble in dimethyl sulphoxide. Eltrombopag tablets contain eltrombopag olamine in the amount equivalent to 12.5 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, or 75 mg of eltrombopag free acid. The inactive ingredients of eltrombopag tablets are: Tablet Core: magnesium stearate, mannitol, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone K 30, and sodium starch glycolate. Coating: 12.5 mg tablets: Hypromellose, titanium dioxide and polyethylene glycol. 25 mg tablets: Hypromellose, polyethylene glycol, titanium dioxide, iron oxide yellow and iron oxide red. 50 mg tablets: Hypromellose, polyethylene glycol, titanium dioxide, fd&c blue #2 and iron oxide yellow. 75 mg tablets: Hypromellose, polyethylene glycol, titanium dioxide, iron oxide black, iron oxide red and iron oxide yellow. eltrombopag-tabs-structure
Overdosage
openFDA Drug Labeling10 OVERDOSAGE In the event of overdose, platelet counts may increase excessively and result in thrombotic/thromboembolic complications. In one report, a subject who ingested 5000 mg of Eltrombopag tablets had a platelet count increase to a maximum of 929 x 10 9 /L at 13 days following the ingestion. The patient also experienced rash, bradycardia, ALT/AST elevations, and fatigue. The patient was treated with gastric lavage, oral lactulose, intravenous fluids, omeprazole, atropine, furosemide, calcium, dexamethasone, and plasmapheresis; however, the abnormal platelet count and liver test abnormalities persisted for 3 weeks. After 2 months’ follow-up, all events had resolved without sequelae. In case of an overdose, consider oral administration of a metal cation-containing preparation, such as calcium, aluminum, or magnesium preparations to chelate eltrombopag and thus limit absorption. Closely monitor platelet counts. Reinitiate treatment with Eltrombopag tablets in accordance with dosing and administration recommendations [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.1 , 2.2 )] . Consider contacting the Poison Help line (1- 800-222-1222) or a medical toxicologist for additional overdose management recommendations.
How Supplied / Storage and Handling
openFDA Drug Labeling16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING 16.1 Tablets The 12.5-mg tablets are Light gray to gray colored round shaped film coated tablets debossed with “12.5” on one side and “VT” on other side. Should be free from physical defects. Bottles of 30 with child-resistant closure (NDC 70377-183-11) The 25-mg tablets are Off white to white colored round shaped film coated tablets debossed with “EO 25” on one side and “VT” on other side. Should be free from physical defects. Bottles of 30 with child-resistant closure (NDC 70377-184-11) Bottles of 84: NDC 70377-184-12 14’s Alu-Alu Blister Pack: NDC 70377-184-91 The 50-mg tablets Light Brown colored round shaped film coated tablets debossed with “EO 50” on one side and “VT” on other side. Should be free from physical defects. Bottles of 14 with child-resistant closure (NDC 70377-185-11) Bottles of 30 with child-resistant closure (NDC 70377-185-12) Bottles of 84: NDC 70377-185-13 10’s Alu-Alu Blister Pack: NDC 70377-185-91 The 75-mg tablets are Brown colored round shaped film coated tablets debossed with “EO 75” on one side and “VT” on other side. Should be free from physical defects. Bottles of 30 with child-resistant closure (NDC 70377-186-11) Bottles of 84: NDC 70377-186-12 10’s Alu-Alu Blister Pack: NDC 70377-186-91 Store at room temperature between 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursions permitted between 15°C and 30°C (59°F and 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature] . Dispense in original bottle.
Adverse event reports
Source: openFDA FAERSAttributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: ELTROMBOPAG OLAMINE. Combination products with more than six active ingredients are not attributed, because a report count summed across a long ingredient list measures the list, not the medicine.
Packaging and NDCs
Source: NDC Directory| Package NDC | Product NDC | Labeler | Description | Marketing start |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70377-183-11 | 70377-183 | Biocon Pharma Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (70377-183-11) | September 9, 2026 |
| 70377-184-11 | 70377-184 | Biocon Pharma Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (70377-184-11) | September 9, 2026 |
| 70377-184-12 | 70377-184 | Biocon Pharma Inc. | 84 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (70377-184-12) | September 9, 2026 |
| 70377-185-11 | 70377-185 | Biocon Pharma Inc. | 14 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (70377-185-11) | September 9, 2026 |
| 70377-185-12 | 70377-185 | Biocon Pharma Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (70377-185-12) | September 9, 2026 |
| 70377-185-13 | 70377-185 | Biocon Pharma Inc. | 84 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (70377-185-13) | September 9, 2026 |
| 70377-186-11 | 70377-186 | Biocon Pharma Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (70377-186-11) | September 9, 2026 |
| 70377-186-12 | 70377-186 | Biocon Pharma Inc. | 84 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (70377-186-12) | September 9, 2026 |
| 31722-841-30 | 31722-841 | Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (31722-841-30) | May 13, 2025 |
| 31722-842-30 | 31722-842 | Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (31722-842-30) | May 13, 2025 |
| 31722-843-14 | 31722-843 | Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 14 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (31722-843-14) | May 20, 2025 |
| 31722-843-30 | 31722-843 | Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (31722-843-30) | May 13, 2025 |
| 31722-844-30 | 31722-844 | Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (31722-844-30) | May 13, 2025 |
| 43598-151-30 | 43598-151 | Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (43598-151-30) | March 17, 2026 |
| 43598-730-30 | 43598-730 | Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (43598-730-30) | March 17, 2026 |
| 43598-731-30 | 43598-731 | Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (43598-731-30) | March 17, 2026 |
| 43598-732-30 | 43598-732 | Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (43598-732-30) | March 17, 2026 |
| 72205-156-30 | 72205-156 | Novadoz Pharmaceuticals LLC | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (72205-156-30) | January 14, 2026 |
| 72205-157-30 | 72205-157 | Novadoz Pharmaceuticals LLC | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (72205-157-30) | January 14, 2026 |
| 72205-158-19 | 72205-158 | Novadoz Pharmaceuticals LLC | 19 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (72205-158-19) | January 14, 2026 |
| 72205-158-30 | 72205-158 | Novadoz Pharmaceuticals LLC | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (72205-158-30) | January 14, 2026 |
| 72205-159-30 | 72205-159 | Novadoz Pharmaceuticals LLC | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (72205-159-30) | January 14, 2026 |
| 0480-2600-56 | 0480-2600 | Teva Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (0480-2600-56) | September 17, 2026 |
| 0480-4015-56 | 0480-4015 | Teva Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (0480-4015-56) | September 17, 2026 |
| 0480-4031-56 | 0480-4031 | Teva Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (0480-4031-56) | September 17, 2026 |
| 0480-4210-56 | 0480-4210 | Teva Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (0480-4210-56) | September 17, 2026 |
| 72865-299-30 | 72865-299 | XLCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (72865-299-30) | August 7, 2025 |
| 72865-300-30 | 72865-300 | XLCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (72865-300-30) | August 7, 2025 |
| 72865-301-14 | 72865-301 | XLCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 14 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (72865-301-14) | August 7, 2025 |
| 72865-301-30 | 72865-301 | XLCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (72865-301-30) | August 7, 2025 |
| 72865-302-30 | 72865-302 | XLCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (72865-302-30) | August 7, 2025 |
| 70377-183 | 70377-183 | Biocon Pharma Inc. | — | September 9, 2026 |
| 70377-184 | 70377-184 | Biocon Pharma Inc. | — | September 9, 2026 |
| 70377-185 | 70377-185 | Biocon Pharma Inc. | — | September 9, 2026 |
| 70377-186 | 70377-186 | Biocon Pharma Inc. | — | September 9, 2026 |
| 31722-841 | 31722-841 | Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | — | May 13, 2025 |
| 31722-842 | 31722-842 | Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | — | May 13, 2025 |
| 31722-843 | 31722-843 | Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | — | May 13, 2025 |
| 31722-844 | 31722-844 | Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | — | May 13, 2025 |
| 43598-151 | 43598-151 | Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc. | — | March 17, 2026 |
| 43598-730 | 43598-730 | Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc. | — | March 17, 2026 |
| 43598-731 | 43598-731 | Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc. | — | March 17, 2026 |
| 43598-732 | 43598-732 | Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc. | — | March 17, 2026 |
| 72205-156 | 72205-156 | Novadoz Pharmaceuticals LLC | — | January 14, 2026 |
| 72205-157 | 72205-157 | Novadoz Pharmaceuticals LLC | — | January 14, 2026 |
| 72205-158 | 72205-158 | Novadoz Pharmaceuticals LLC | — | January 14, 2026 |
| 72205-159 | 72205-159 | Novadoz Pharmaceuticals LLC | — | January 14, 2026 |
| 0480-2600 | 0480-2600 | Teva Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | — | September 17, 2026 |
| 0480-4015 | 0480-4015 | Teva Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | — | September 17, 2026 |
| 0480-4031 | 0480-4031 | Teva Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | — | September 17, 2026 |
| 0480-4210 | 0480-4210 | Teva Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | — | September 17, 2026 |
| 72865-299 | 72865-299 | XLCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | — | August 7, 2025 |
| 72865-300 | 72865-300 | XLCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | — | August 7, 2025 |
| 72865-301 | 72865-301 | XLCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | — | August 7, 2025 |
| 72865-302 | 72865-302 | XLCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | — | August 7, 2025 |
Sources for this page
| Dataset | Agency | Used for |
|---|---|---|
| NDC Directory | FDA | Identity, ingredients, strengths, forms, routes, labelers, packages |
| Drugs@FDA | FDA | Application, sponsor, submissions, review documents, marketing status |
| Orange Book | FDA | Therapeutic equivalence codes, reference drug flags, patents, exclusivity |
| Drug Labeling | FDA / NLM | Prescribing information reproduced above |
| FAERS | FDA | Adverse event report counts |
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