Cadeltro 50mg Tablet

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient	Eltrombopag (50mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Biphenyls Derivatives
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	BLOOD RELATED
Action Class	Thrombopoietin agonist
User Rating	4.6
User Reviews	730

FAQ

How long does Cadeltro 50mg take to work?

Cadeltro 50mg prevents the occurrence of bleeding episodes by increasing the number of platelets in the blood. The time taken by this medicine to start working may vary from person to person. Usually, it takes about 2 weeks for the patients to respond to Cadeltro 50mg.

How should I store Cadeltro 50mg?

This medicine can be stored at room temperature between 20°C to 25°C. Close the bottle tightly and do not remove the desiccant pack if present inside the bottle as it helps to keep the medicine dry.

How do you take Cadeltro 50mg?

Cadeltro 50mg should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. You should take the medicine on an empty stomach either 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating food. Do not alter the dosage or schedule of the medicine unless your prescribing doctor has advised it to do so.

Can Cadeltro 50mg cause serious side effects?

Cadeltro 50mg can cause serious side effects like liver problems. The symptoms of liver disease include yellowing of the skin or the whites of the eyes, pain in the upper right area of the stomach, unusual darkening of the urine, and unusual tiredness. The risk of liver problems increases if the patient is infected with hepatitis C virus or is being treated for it. Taking this medicine may also increase the platelet count in the blood, increasing the risk of developing blood clots. This in turn increases your risk of getting a heart attack or stroke and may prove fatal in some cases. Ideally, regular blood tests are done to monitor the liver functions and platelet count while taking Cadeltro 50mg. Its use can also worsen cataract, leading to blurring of vision. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice any of the side effects.

Can Cadeltro 50mg be crushed?

Cadeltro 50mg is a medicine which is used to increase the number of platelets in your blood. This medicine should be taken just as advised by the doctor. You should take this medicine as a whole with a glass of water without crushing or chewing it.

Should I avoid any specific foods while taking Cadeltro 50mg?

Yes, you may need to avoid certain dairy foods such as cheese, butter, etc. and mineral and vitamin supplements while taking this medicine. Avoid taking these foods four hours before and two hours after taking Cadeltro 50mg. If you take these food items or supplements, the medicine may not get absorbed into your body, thereby not acting properly.

What should I do if I miss a dose of Cadeltro 50mg?

If you miss a dose of Cadeltro 50mg, you should wait and take your next scheduled dose. Do not take more than one dose of this medicine in a single day. Taking a double dose of this medicine in a single day can increase the risk of side effects.

What if you forget to take Cadeltro Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Cadeltro 50mg, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Cadeltro 50mg Tablet Reviews

Cadeltro 50mg is used to treat low platelet count due to chronic immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) or chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. It is also used to treat severe aplastic anemia.

Cadeltro 50mg is a thrombopoietin agonist. It works by stimulating the formation of new platelets in the blood. The function of platelets is to help reduce bleeding.

Take it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You may take it on an empty stomach. This medicine is to be swallowed as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Inform your doctor if you have any known allergies to this medication.

The common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, upper respiratory tract infection, and urinary tract infection. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects bother you. They may be able able to suggest ways to reduce or treat the symptoms.

Before you take this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any preexisting medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking. Dose adjustments may be required in patients with liver diseases, inform your doctor.

How Cadeltro 50mg Tablet Works

Cadeltro 50mg is a thrombopoietin agonist. It works by stimulating the formation of new platelets in the blood. Platelets help to reduce or prevent bleeding.

How to Use Cadeltro 50mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cadeltro 50mg is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits of Cadeltro 50mg Tablet

In Treatment of Severe Aplastic Anemia: Cadeltro 50mg is also used in combination with other medications to treat aplastic anemia, a condition in which the body does not make enough new blood cells, in adults and children 2 years of age and above. Take it as advised by the doctor to get the most benefits.
In Low platelet count due to ITP or HCV infection: Cadeltro 50mg is used to increase the number of platelets (cells that help the blood clot) to decrease the risk of bleeding in adults and children 1 year of age and older who have chronic idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP, an ongoing condition that may cause unusual bruising or bleeding due to an abnormally low number of platelets in the blood). It is used in patients who have not benefited or cannot be treated with other treatments, including medications or surgery to remove the spleen. Cadeltro 50mg is also used to increase the number of platelets in people who have hepatitis C (a viral infection that may damage the liver). It is usually given along with other medicines.

Uses of Cadeltro 50mg Tablet

Low platelet count due to ITP or HCV infection
Treatment of Severe Aplastic Anemia

Cadeltro 50mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Driving ^UNSAFE

Cadeltro 50mg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Cadeltro 50mg can make you dizzy and have other side effects that make you less alert. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Cadeltro 50mg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cadeltro 50mg is recommended.However, inform your doctor if you have a kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests may is advisable while you are taking this medicine.

Liver ^CAUTION

Cadeltro 50mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cadeltro 50mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Cadeltro 50mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cadeltro 50mg. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Cadeltro 50mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Take Cadeltro 50mg at least 2 hours before or 4 hours after eating dairy products and calcium-fortified juices.
Take Cadeltro 50mg on an empty stomach, either 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.