Celbopag 50 Tablet

Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS

Last updated on 20 Jan 2026 | 04:35 PM (IST)

Celbopag 50 Tablet 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.

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General Information

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Eltrombopag (50mg)

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Celon Laboratories Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Celbopag 50 Tablet 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.

Uses of Celbopag Tablet

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

Benefits of Celbopag Tablet

Treatment of Severe Aplastic Anemia
Celbopag 50 Tablet 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.

Low platelet count due to ITP or HCV infection
Celbopag 50 Tablet 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. Celbopag 50 Tablet 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.

Side effects of Celbopag Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Celbopag

Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Increased liver enzymes
Muscle pain
Urinary tract infection

How to use Celbopag 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. Celbopag 50 Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.

How Celbopag Tablet works

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

All substitutes for Celbopag 50 Tablet

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

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

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Celbopag 50 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Celbopag 50 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Celbopag 50 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Celbopag 50 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Celbopag 50 Tablet in patients with liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Celbopag with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Rosuvastatin (Oral Route)

Watch out for symptoms of rhabdomyolysis and myopathy like, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, increased heartbeats, confusion, dizziness, unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Rosuvastatin accordingly. Eltrombopag may raise blood levels of Rosuvastatin.

Moderate

Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (Oral Route)

Watch out for symptoms of Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate side effects such as headache, diarrhea, nausea, fatigue, abdominal pain, cough or back pain and consult your doctor if you experience them. Eltrombopag may raise blood levels of Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate.

Moderate

Simvastatin (Oral Route)

Watch out for symptoms of rhabdomyolysis and myopathy like, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, increased heartbeats, confusion, dizziness, unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Simvastatin accordingly. Eltrombopag may raise blood levels of Simvastatin.

Moderate

Pitavastatin (Oral Route)

watch out for symptoms such as unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may monitor and adjust the dose of Pitavastatin as per the observations. Eltrombopag may raise blood levels of Pitavastatin.

Moderate

Azathioprine (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor your platelet count frequently along with your overall treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Frequently asked questions

Can Celbopag 50 Tablet be crushed?

Celbopag 50 Tablet 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.

How do you take Celbopag 50 Tablet?

Celbopag 50 Tablet 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.

How long does Celbopag 50 Tablet take to work?

Celbopag 50 Tablet 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 Celbopag 50 Tablet.

Should I avoid any specific foods while taking Celbopag 50 Tablet?

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 Celbopag 50 Tablet. If you take these food items or supplements, the medicine may not get absorbed into your body, thereby not acting properly.

How should I store Celbopag 50 Tablet?

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.

Can Celbopag 50 Tablet cause serious side effects?

Celbopag 50 Tablet 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 Celbopag 50 Tablet. Its use can also worsen cataract, leading to blurring of vision. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice any of the side effects.

What should I do if I miss a dose of Celbopag 50 Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Celbopag 50 Tablet, 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Biphenyl derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

BLOOD RELATED

Action Class

Thrombopoietin Receptor Agonists (TPO-RAs)

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Iron Studies

Peripheral Smear Examination

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Vitamin B12

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Marketer details

Name: Celon Laboratories Ltd
Address: Plot No 264, Patrika Nagar Madhapur, Hitech City Hyderabad, Telangana India - 500081

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Country of origin: India
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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Celbopag Tablet

Benefits of Celbopag Tablet

Side effects of Celbopag Tablet

How to use Celbopag Tablet

How Celbopag Tablet works

All substitutes for Celbopag 50 Tablet

Revolade 50mg Tablet

Rebopag Tablet

Eltromag 50 Tablet

Trombonat 50mg Tablet

Cadeltro 50mg Tablet

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Rosuvastatin (Oral Route)

Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (Oral Route)

Simvastatin (Oral Route)

Pitavastatin (Oral Route)

Azathioprine (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Can Celbopag 50 Tablet be crushed?

How do you take Celbopag 50 Tablet?

How long does Celbopag 50 Tablet take to work?

Should I avoid any specific foods while taking Celbopag 50 Tablet?

How should I store Celbopag 50 Tablet?

Can Celbopag 50 Tablet cause serious side effects?

What should I do if I miss a dose of Celbopag 50 Tablet?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Iron Studies

Peripheral Smear Examination

Platelet Count

Vitamin B12

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