Eltrombopag zentiva

Poland
Brand name Eltrombopag zentiva
Form tablets, film-coated
Active substance / Dosage
eltrombopag · 25 mg
Prescription type Prescription only – restricted use
ATC code
Registration number 100477067
Eltrombopag zentiva tablets, film-coated

Package leaflet: Information for the user

Eltrombopag Zentiva, 25 mg, film-coated tablets
Eltrombopag Zentiva, 50 mg, film-coated tablets
eltrombopag
Please read all of this leaflet carefully before taking this medicine, because it contains
important information for you.

  • Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
  • If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
  • This medicine has been prescribed for you personally. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
  • If you experience any side effects, including any not listed in this leaflet, tell your doctor or pharmacist. See section 4.
  • The information in this leaflet refers to the patient or child, but within the text of the leaflet we will refer only to the patient.

Contents of the leaflet

  1. What Eltrombopag Zentiva is and what it is used for
  2. What you need to know before taking Eltrombopag Zentiva
  3. How to take Eltrombopag Zentiva
  4. Possible side effects
  5. How to store Eltrombopag Zentiva
  6. Contents of the pack and other information

1. What Eltrombopag Zentiva is and what it is used for

Eltrombopag Zentiva contains eltrombopag, which belongs to a group of medicines called thrombopoietin receptor agonists. This medicine is used to increase the number of platelets in the patient's blood. Platelets are blood components that help reduce or prevent the risk of bleeding. Eltrombopag Zentiva is used to treat a blood clotting disorder called immune (primary) thrombocytopenia in patients aged over 1 year who have already been treated with other medicines (corticosteroids or immunoglobulins) and for whom these medicines have not worked. Immune thrombocytopenia is caused by a low number of platelets (thrombocytopenia). People with immune thrombocytopenia are at higher risk of bleeding. Symptoms that patients with immune thrombocytopenia may notice include petechiae (small, flat, red, round spots under the skin), bruising, nosebleeds, bleeding gums, and difficulty stopping bleeding after a cut or injury. Eltrombopag Zentiva may also be used to treat low platelet counts (thrombocytopenia) in adults with hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection who have difficulties due to side effects during interferon treatment. Many people with hepatitis C have low platelet counts, not only because of the disease itself, but also as a result of certain antiviral medicines used in treatment. Taking Eltrombopag Zentiva may help patients complete full antiviral treatment (peginterferon and ribavirin).

2. Important information before using Eltrombopag Zentiva

When not to use Eltrombopag Zentiva

  • if the patient is allergic to eltrombopag or any of the other ingredients of this medicine

(listed in section 6).
Please consult a doctor if the patient thinks they may have the condition described above.
Warnings and precautions
Before starting treatment with Eltrombopag Zentiva, discuss the following with your doctor:

  • if the patient has impaired liver function. Patients with low platelet counts and advanced chronic (long-term) liver disease are at increased risk of adverse reactions, including life-threatening liver damage and blood clots. If the doctor considers that the benefits of treatment outweigh the risks, the patient will be closely monitored during therapy;
  • if the patient is at risk of venous or arterial blood clots, or if there is a family history of blood clots. The risk of blood clots may be increased:
    • if the patient is elderly
    • if the patient has been immobilized for a prolonged period
    • if the patient has malignant cancer
    • if the patient is taking oral contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy
    • if the patient has recently undergone surgery or suffered physical trauma
    • if the patient is significantly overweight (obesity)
    • if the patient smokes
    • if the patient has advanced chronic liver disease Inform the doctor before starting treatment if any of the above conditions apply. Do not take Eltrombopag Zentiva unless the doctor determines that the expected benefits outweigh the risk of blood clots.
  • if the patient has cataracts (clouding of the eye's lens)
  • if the patient has other blood disorders, such as myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). Before starting Eltrombopag Zentiva, the doctor will perform tests to rule out this condition. If the patient has MDS and is taking Eltrombopag Zentiva, the MDS may worsen.

Please inform your doctor if any of the above situations apply to you.
Ophthalmological examination
Your doctor will recommend regular eye examinations to detect cataracts. If the patient does not routinely undergo ophthalmological examinations, the doctor should prescribe regular check-ups. Examinations may also detect any bleeding in or near the retina (the layer of light-sensitive cells at the back of the eye).
Regular blood tests will be required
Before starting Eltrombopag Zentiva, the doctor will perform blood tests to evaluate blood cells, including platelets. These tests will be repeated periodically during treatment.
Blood tests for liver function
Eltrombopag Zentiva may cause blood test results indicating liver damage—elevated levels of certain liver enzymes, particularly bilirubin, alanine aminotransferase (ALT), and aspartate aminotransferase (AST). If the patient is receiving interferon-based treatment simultaneously with Eltrombopag Zentiva for low platelet count associated with hepatitis C, certain liver conditions may worsen.
Before starting Eltrombopag Zentiva and periodically during treatment, blood tests assessing liver function will be performed. It may be necessary to discontinue Eltrombopag Zentiva if levels of these substances rise too high or if other signs of liver damage occur.
Please refer to the information in section 4 of this leaflet regarding liver function disorders.
Monitoring platelet count
If the patient stops taking Eltrombopag Zentiva, there is a likelihood that low platelet count will recur within a few days. Platelet count will be monitored, and the treating doctor will discuss appropriate precautions with the patient.
Very high platelet counts may increase the risk of blood clots. However, blood clots may also occur when platelet counts are normal or low. The treating doctor will adjust the dose of Eltrombopag Zentiva to prevent excessive increases in platelet count.
Seek immediate medical help if the patient experiences any of the following symptoms of blood clots:

  • swelling, pain, or tenderness in one leg
  • sudden shortness of breath, especially with sharp chest pain or rapid breathing
  • abdominal pain, abdominal swelling, or blood in the stool

Bone marrow examinations
In patients with bone marrow disorders, drugs such as Eltrombopag Zentiva may worsen these conditions. Changes in the bone marrow may manifest as abnormal blood test results. The treating doctor may recommend direct bone marrow examinations during treatment with Eltrombopag Zentiva.
Tests to detect gastrointestinal bleeding
If the patient is receiving interferon-based treatment simultaneously with Eltrombopag Zentiva, they will be monitored for signs of bleeding from the stomach or intestines after stopping Eltrombopag Zentiva treatment.
Heart examinations
The treating doctor may consider it necessary to monitor the patient's heart during treatment with Eltrombopag Zentiva and may perform an electrocardiogram (ECG).
Elderly patients (65 years and older)
There is limited data on the use of eltrombopag in patients aged 65 years and older. Caution should be exercised when using Eltrombopag Zentiva in patients aged 65 years and older.
Children and adolescents
Eltrombopag is not recommended for children under 1 year of age with immune thrombocytopenia.
The medicine is also not recommended for patients under 18 years of age with low platelet count due to hepatitis C virus infection.
Eltrombopag Zentiva and other medicines
Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines the patient is currently taking or has recently taken, including medicines obtained without a prescription and vitamins.
Some commonly used medicines interact with eltrombopag—including both prescription and over-the-counter medicines and mineral supplements. These include:

  • antacids used to treat indigestion, heartburn, or stomach ulcers (see also “When to take the medicine” in section 3)
  • statins, which lower cholesterol levels
  • certain medicines used to treat HIV infection, such as lopinavir and/or ritonavir
  • cyclosporine, used in transplant patients or in autoimmune diseases
  • mineral supplements such as iron, calcium, magnesium, aluminium, selenium, and zinc, which may be

components of vitamin-mineral supplements (see also “When to take the medicine
in section 3)

  • medicines such as methotrexate and topotecan, used in cancer treatment

Please consult your doctor if the patient is taking any of the medicines listed above. Some of these should not be taken during treatment with Eltrombopag Zentiva, while others may require dose adjustments or appropriate timing of administration. The treating doctor will review all medications the patient is taking and recommend changes if necessary.
If the patient is taking anticoagulant medicines, there is an increased risk of bleeding. The treating doctor will discuss this with the patient.
If the patient is taking corticosteroids, danazol, and/or azathioprine, the doses of these medicines may be reduced or their use discontinued during concomitant treatment with Eltrombopag Zentiva.
Taking Eltrombopag Zentiva with food and drink
Eltrombopag Zentiva must not be taken with dairy products or dairy-based beverages, as the calcium in dairy products affects the absorption of the medicine. For further information, see “When to take the medicine” in section 3.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Do not use Eltrombopag Zentiva during pregnancy unless your doctor specifically recommends it.
The effect of Eltrombopag Zentiva when used during pregnancy is unknown.

  • Inform your doctor if the patient is pregnant, suspects she may be pregnant, or plans to become pregnant.
  • While taking Eltrombopag Zentiva, an appropriate method of contraception should be used to prevent pregnancy.
  • Inform your doctor if the patient becomes pregnant while taking Eltrombopag Zentiva.

Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with Eltrombopag Zentiva. It is not known whether Eltrombopag Zentiva passes into breast milk.
Inform your doctor if the patient is breastfeeding or plans to breastfeed.
Driving and using machines
Eltrombopag Zentiva may cause dizziness and other adverse effects that may impair attention.
Do not drive or operate machinery unless the patient is certain that these symptoms do not occur.
Eltrombopag Zentiva contains isomalt and sodium
If the patient has previously been diagnosed with intolerance to certain sugars, they should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
The medicine contains less than 1 mmol (23 mg) of sodium per tablet, meaning it is considered "sodium-free".

3. How to use Eltrombopag Zentiva

This medicine should always be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If in doubt, consult
your doctor or pharmacist. Do not change the dose or dosing schedule of Eltrombopag Zentiva
unless instructed by your doctor or pharmacist. While taking Eltrombopag Zentiva,
you will remain under the care of a doctor experienced in treating the condition you have.
How much medicine to take
In the case of primary immune thrombocytopenia
Adults and children (aged 6 to 17 years) – the usual starting dose in primary immune
thrombocytopenia is one 50 mg tablet of Eltrombopag Zentiva per day.
Patients of East or Southeast Asian origin may require a lower starting dose of 25 mg per day.
Children (aged 1 to 5 years) – the usual starting dose in primary immune thrombocytopenia is one
25 mg tablet of Eltrombopag Zentiva per day.
In the case of hepatitis C
Adults – the usual starting dose in hepatitis C is one 25 mg tablet of Eltrombopag Zentiva per day.
Patients of East or Southeast Asian origin should start treatment with the same 25 mg dose.
The effect of Eltrombopag Zentiva may begin within 1 to 2 weeks. Depending on the patient's
response to treatment with Eltrombopag Zentiva, the doctor may adjust the daily dose.
How to take the tablets
Tablets should be swallowed whole, with a small amount of water.
When to take the medicine
Ensure that:

  • for 4 hours before taking Eltrombopag Zentiva
  • and for 2 hours after taking Eltrombopag Zentiva, the patient does not consume the following foods:
  • dairy products such as cheese, butter, yoghurt, ice cream
  • milk or milk-containing drinks, yoghurts or cream
  • antacids used to treat indigestion and heartburn
  • vitamin and mineral supplements containing iron, calcium, magnesium, aluminium, selenium, zinc

Failure to follow these instructions may result in inadequate absorption of Eltrombopag Zentiva.

A clock indicating 4 hours before and 2 hours after Revolade medication, with crossed-out dairy products, antacids, and mineral supplements

Consult your doctor for further information regarding suitable foods and drinks.
Taking more Eltrombopag Zentiva than prescribed
Contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately. If possible, show them the medicine pack or this leaflet.
The patient's condition will be monitored for any signs or symptoms of adverse reactions, and appropriate treatment will be promptly initiated.
If you miss a dose of Eltrombopag Zentiva
Take the next dose at the usual time. Do not take more than one dose of Eltrombopag Zentiva per day.
Stopping Eltrombopag Zentiva
Do not stop taking Eltrombopag Zentiva without consulting your doctor. If your doctor advises stopping treatment, your platelet count will be monitored weekly for four weeks. See also "Bleeding or bruising after stopping treatment" in section 4.
If you have any further questions about the use of this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Symptoms to watch for: consult a doctor
In patients treated with Eltrombopag Zentiva for primary immune thrombocytopenia or low platelet count associated with hepatitis C, symptoms of severe side effects may occur. It is important to inform your doctor if any of these symptoms occur.
Increased risk of blood clots
Some patients may have an increased risk of blood clots, and medicines such as Eltrombopag Zentiva may increase this risk. Sudden blockage of a blood vessel by a clot is an uncommon side effect and may affect up to 1 in 100 patients.
Seek immediate medical help if the patient experiences any of the following symptoms of a blood clot:

  • swelling, pain, warmth, redness, or tenderness in one leg
  • sudden shortness of breath, especially with sharp chest pain or rapid breathing
  • abdominal (stomach) pain, abdominal swelling, blood in stool.

Liver problems
Eltrombopag Zentiva may cause changes detectable in blood tests that may indicate liver damage. Liver disorders (increased liver enzyme activity in blood tests) are common and may affect up to 1 in 10 patients. Other liver problems are uncommon and may affect up to 1 in 100 patients.
If any of the following symptoms of liver problems occur:

  • yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes (jaundice)
  • abnormally dark-coloured urine, inform your doctor immediately.

Bleeding or bruising after stopping treatment
Usually within two weeks after stopping Eltrombopag Zentiva, the patient's platelet count decreases to the level observed before starting treatment with Eltrombopag Zentiva. Low platelet count may increase the risk of bleeding or bruising. Your doctor will monitor the patient's platelet count for at least 4 weeks after stopping Eltrombopag Zentiva.
Inform your doctor if bruising or bleeding occurs after stopping Eltrombopag Zentiva.
Some patients may experience gastrointestinal bleeding after discontinuing peginterferon, ribavirin, and eltrombopag. Symptoms include:

  • black, tarry stools (a change in stool colour is an uncommon side effect which may affect up to 1 in 100 patients)
  • blood in stool
  • vomiting blood or coffee-ground-like material
    Inform your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms occur.

The following side effects have been reported in association with treatment with
Eltrombopag Zentiva in adult patients with primary immune thrombocytopenia:
Very common side effects (may occur in more than 1 in 10 patients):

  • cold
  • nausea
  • diarrhoea
  • cough
  • nose, sinus, throat, and upper respiratory tract infection (upper respiratory tract infection)
  • back pain

Very common side effects that may be detected in blood tests:

  • increased liver enzyme activity (alanine aminotransferase (AlAT))

Common side effects (may occur in up to 1 in 10 patients):

  • muscle pain, muscle cramps, muscle weakness
  • bone pain
  • heavy menstrual bleeding
  • sore throat and discomfort when swallowing
  • eye disorders, including abnormal eye test results, dry eyes, eye pain, and blurred vision
  • vomiting
  • flu
  • cold sores
  • pneumonia
  • irritation and inflammation (swelling) of sinuses
  • inflammation (swelling) and infection of tonsils
  • lung, sinus, nose, and throat infection
  • gingivitis
  • loss of appetite
  • tingling, pricking, or numbness sensation
  • reduced skin sensitivity
  • drowsiness
  • ear pain
  • pain, swelling, and tenderness in one leg (usually calf with warm skin in the affected area) (symptoms of deep vein thrombosis)
  • localized swelling filled with blood from a damaged blood vessel (haematoma)
  • hot flushes
  • mouth disorders, including dry mouth, mouth pain, tongue sensitivity, bleeding gums, mouth ulcers
  • watery nasal discharge
  • toothache
  • abdominal pain
  • abnormal liver function
  • skin disorders including: excessive sweating, raised itchy rash, red spots, skin appearance changes
  • hair loss
  • foamy urine with presence of air bubbles (symptoms of protein in urine)
  • high body temperature, feeling of warmth
  • chest pain
  • feeling of weakness
  • sleep difficulties, depression
  • migraine
  • visual impairment
  • sensation of spinning (dizziness)
  • flatulence

Common side effects that may be detected in blood tests:

  • decreased number of red blood cells (anaemia)
  • decreased number of platelets (thrombocytopenia)
  • decreased number of white blood cells
  • decreased haemoglobin concentration
  • increased eosinophilia
  • increased number of white blood cells (leukocytosis)
  • increased uric acid concentration
  • decreased potassium concentration
  • increased creatinine concentration
  • increased alkaline phosphatase activity
  • increased liver enzyme activity (aspartate aminotransferase (AspAT))
  • increased blood bilirubin concentration (a substance produced by the liver)
  • increased concentration of certain proteins

Uncommon side effects (may occur in up to 1 in 100 patients):

  • allergic reaction
  • sudden blockage of blood supply to part of the heart
  • sudden shortness of breath, especially combined with acute chest pain and/or rapid breathing, which may indicate a pulmonary embolism (see "Increased risk of blood clots" above in section 4)
  • loss of function in part of the lung due to blockage of the pulmonary artery
  • possible pain, swelling, and/or redness around a vein, which may indicate venous thrombosis
  • yellowing of the skin and/or abdominal pain, which may indicate bile duct obstruction, liver disease, or liver damage due to inflammation (see "Liver problems" above in section 4)
  • drug-induced liver damage
  • rapid heartbeat, irregular heartbeat, bluish skin discoloration, cardiac arrhythmias (prolonged QT interval), which may indicate heart and blood vessel disorders
  • blood clot
  • redness
  • painful joint swelling due to uric acid (gout)
  • lack of interest, mood changes, uncontrollable or unexpected crying
  • balance, speech, and nerve function disorders, tremors
  • painful or abnormal skin sensations
  • paralysis on one side of the body
  • migraine with aura
  • nerve damage
  • dilation or swelling of blood vessels causing headache
  • eye disorders, including excessive tearing, lens clouding (cataract), retinal haemorrhage, dry eyes
  • nose, throat, and sinus disorders, sleep breathing disorders
  • blisters or ulcers in the mouth and throat
  • gastrointestinal disorders including frequent bowel movements, food poisoning, blood in stool, bloody vomiting
  • rectal bleeding, stool colour change, abdominal bloating, constipation
  • mouth disorders, including dryness or pain in the mouth, tongue pain, bleeding gums, oral discomfort
  • sunburn
  • feeling of warmth, feeling of restlessness
  • redness or swelling around a wound
  • bleeding around a catheter (if present) through the skin
  • sensation of a foreign body
  • kidney disorders including: kidney inflammation, excessive urination at night, kidney failure, presence of white blood cells in urine
  • cold sweats
  • general malaise
  • skin infection
  • skin disorders, including skin discoloration, peeling, redness, itching, and sweating
  • muscle weakness
  • cancer of the rectum and colon

Uncommon side effects that may be detected in laboratory tests:

  • changes in red blood cell shape
  • presence of developing white blood cells, which may indicate certain diseases
  • increased number of platelets
  • decreased calcium concentration
  • decreased number of red blood cells (anaemia) due to excessive destruction of red blood cells (haemolytic anaemia)
  • increased myelocytes
  • increased band neutrophils
  • increased blood urea concentration
  • increased protein in urine
  • increased albumin concentration in blood
  • increased total protein concentration
  • decreased albumin concentration in blood
  • increased urine pH
  • increased haemoglobin concentration

The following additional side effects have been reported in association with treatment with
eltrombopag in children (aged 1 to 17 years) with ITP:
If these side effects worsen, inform your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.
Very common side effects (may occur in more than 1 in 10 children):

  • nose, sinus, throat, and upper respiratory tract infection, cold (upper respiratory tract infection)
  • diarrhoea
  • abdominal pain
  • cough
  • high body temperature
  • nausea

Common side effects (may occur in up to 1 in 10 children):

  • difficulty falling asleep (insomnia)
  • toothache
  • nose and throat pain
  • itchy nose, runny nose, or nasal congestion
  • sore throat, runny nose, nasal mucosa congestion, and sneezing
  • mouth disorders, including dry mouth, mouth pain, tongue sensitivity, bleeding gums, mouth ulcers

The following side effects have been reported in association with treatment with eltrombopag
in combination with peginterferon and ribavirin in patients with hepatitis C:
Very common side effects (may occur in more than 1 in 10 patients):

  • headache
  • loss of appetite
  • cough
  • nausea, diarrhoea
  • muscle pain, muscle weakness
  • itching
  • feeling of fatigue
  • fever
  • unusual hair loss
  • weakness
  • flu-like illness
  • swelling of hands or feet
  • chills

Very common side effects that may be detected in blood tests:

  • decreased number of red blood cells (anaemia)

Common side effects (may occur in up to 1 in 10 patients):

  • urinary tract infections
  • nasal, throat, and oral cavity inflammation, flu-like symptoms, dry mouth, pain or inflammation of the mouth, toothache
  • weight loss
  • sleep disorders, abnormal drowsiness, depression, anxiety
  • dizziness, concentration and memory disturbances, mood changes
  • brain dysfunction due to liver damage
  • tingling or numbness in hands or feet
  • fever, headache
  • visual disturbances, including: lens clouding (cataract), dry eye syndrome, small yellow deposits on the retina, yellowing of the whites of the eyes
  • retinal haemorrhage
  • sensation of spinning (dizziness)
  • rapid or irregular heartbeat (palpitations), shortness of breath
  • productive cough, runny nose, flu, cold sores, sore throat and discomfort when swallowing
  • gastrointestinal disorders including: vomiting, abdominal pain, indigestion, constipation, abdominal bloating, taste disturbances, haemorrhoids, stomach pain or discomfort, dilation and bleeding of blood vessels in the oesophagus
  • toothache
  • liver problems including liver tumour, yellowing of the whites of the eyes or skin (jaundice), drug-induced liver damage (see above "Liver problems" in section 4)
  • skin disorders, including: rash, dry skin, skin eruptions, skin redness, itching, excessive sweating, skin growths, hair loss
  • joint pain, back pain, bone pain, limb pain (legs, arms, hands or feet), muscle cramps
  • irritability, general malaise, skin reaction such as redness or swelling and pain at injection site, chest pain and discomfort, fluid accumulation in the body or limbs causing swelling
  • nose, sinus, throat and upper respiratory tract infection, cold (upper respiratory tract infection), inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the bronchi
  • depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, nervousness

Common side effects that may be detected in blood tests:

  • increased blood sugar (glucose) concentration
  • decreased number of white blood cells
  • decreased number of neutrophils
  • decreased albumin concentration in blood
  • decreased haemoglobin concentration
  • increased bilirubin concentration in blood (a substance produced by the liver)
  • changes in enzymes controlling blood coagulation

Uncommon side effects (may occur in up to 1 in 100 patients):

  • pain during urination
  • cardiac arrhythmias (prolonged QT interval)
  • stomach flu (gastroenteritis), sore throat
  • blisters or ulcers in the mouth, gastritis
  • skin disorders, including colour changes, peeling, redness, itching, skin disease, and night sweats
  • blood clots in the vein bringing blood to the liver (possible liver and/or gastrointestinal damage)
  • abnormal blood clotting in small blood vessels with kidney failure
  • rash, bruising at injection site, chest discomfort
  • decreased number of red blood cells (anaemia) due to excessive destruction of red blood cells (haemolytic anaemia)
  • confusion, agitation
  • liver failure

The following side effects have been reported in association with treatment with eltrombopag
in patients with severe aplastic anaemia (SAA):
If these side effects worsen, inform your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.
Very common side effects (may occur in more than 1 in 10 patients):

  • cough
  • headache
  • mouth and throat pain
  • diarrhoea
  • nausea
  • joint pain
  • limb pain (arms, legs, hands, feet)
  • dizziness
  • feeling of extreme fatigue
  • fever
  • chills
  • itchy eyes
  • mouth blisters
  • abdominal pain
  • muscle cramps

Very common side effects that may be detected in blood test results:

  • abnormal changes in bone marrow cells
  • increased liver enzyme activity aspartate aminotransferase (AspAT)

Common side effects (may occur in up to 1 in 10 patients):

  • anxiety
  • depression
  • feeling cold
  • general malaise
  • eye disorders, including vision disturbances, blurred vision, lens clouding (cataract), spots or deposits in the eye (vitreous opacities), dry eye, itchy eye, yellowing of the whites of the eyes or skin
  • nosebleeds
  • gastrointestinal disorders, including: difficulty swallowing, mouth pain, tongue swelling, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain or discomfort, abdominal bloating, gas in the digestive system, constipation, intestinal motility disorders which may cause constipation, bloating, diarrhoea and/or the above-mentioned symptoms, change in stool colour
  • fainting
  • skin disorders, including: small red or purple spots due to bleeding into the skin (petechiae), rash, itching, urticaria, skin changes
  • bleeding gums
  • back pain
  • muscle pain
  • bone pain
  • weakness
  • swelling of lower limbs due to fluid accumulation
  • abnormal urine colour
  • interruption of blood supply to the spleen (splenic infarction)
  • runny nose

Common side effects that may be detected in blood test results:

  • increased enzyme activity due to muscle breakdown (creatine kinase)
  • iron accumulation in the body (iron overload)
  • decreased blood sugar concentration (hypoglycaemia)
  • increased bilirubin concentration in blood (a substance produced by the liver)
  • decreased number of white blood cells

Side effects with unknown frequency (frequency cannot be estimated from available data)

  • skin depigmentation
  • darkening of the skin
  • drug-induced liver damage

Reporting of side effects
If any side effects occur, including any not listed in this leaflet, inform your doctor or pharmacist. Side effects can be reported directly to the Department of Monitoring of Adverse Drug Reactions of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices and Biocidal Products
Al. Jerozolimskie 181C
02-222 Warsaw
Tel.: + 48 22 49 21 301
Fax: + 48 22 49 21 309
Website: https://smz.ezdrowie.gov.pl
Side effects can also be reported to the marketing authorisation holder or its representative in Poland.
Reporting side effects helps provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. How to store Eltrombopag Zentiva

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the carton:
Expiry date (EXP). The first two digits indicate the month, and the last four digits indicate the year. The expiry date refers to the last day of the stated month.
No special storage instructions apply to this medicine.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.
Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.
This will help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the pack and other information

What Eltrombopag Zentiva contains
The active substance is eltrombopag olamine.
Eltrombopag Zentiva 25 mg, film-coated tablets
Each film-coated tablet contains eltrombopag olamine equivalent to 25 mg of eltrombopag.
Eltrombopag Zentiva 50 mg, film-coated tablets
Each film-coated tablet contains eltrombopag olamine equivalent to 50 mg of eltrombopag.
The other ingredients are: microcrystalline cellulose, mannitol, povidone, isomalt (E 953), calcium silicate, sodium carboxymethyl starch, magnesium stearate (tablet core); hypromellose, titanium dioxide (E 171), iron oxide red (E 172) and iron oxide yellow (E 172), triacetin (tablet coating).

What Eltrombopag Zentiva looks like and contents of the pack
Eltrombopag Zentiva 25 mg, film-coated tablets
Dark pink, round, biconvex film-coated tablets, embossed with "II" on one side and approximately 8 mm in diameter.
Eltrombopag Zentiva 50 mg, film-coated tablets
Pink, round, biconvex film-coated tablets, embossed with "III" on one side and approximately 10 mm in diameter.
Eltrombopag Zentiva 25 mg and 50 mg are supplied in blisters packed in cardboard boxes containing 14, 28 or 84 film-coated tablets, or in unit dose blisters packed in cardboard boxes containing 1x14, 1x28, 1x84 film-coated tablets.
Not all pack sizes may be available in a given country.

Marketing Authorisation Holder
Zentiva, k.s.
U kabelovny 130
Dolní Měcholupy
102 37 Prague 10, Czech Republic

Manufacturer
Synthon Hispania S.L. Calle De Castelló 1
08830 Sant Boi De Llobregat Barcelona
Spain
Synthon B.V. Microweg 22
6545 CM Nijmegen
The Netherlands

This medicinal product is authorised in the European Economic Area countries under the following names:
Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Italy, Lithuania, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden: Eltrombopag Zentiva

To obtain further information about this medicinal product, please contact the local representative of the Marketing Authorisation Holder:
Zentiva Polska Sp. z o.o.
ul. Bonifraterska 17
00-203 Warsaw
tel.: +48 22 375 92 00