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Medicines anagrelide hydrochloride monohydrateQuestion & answer

anagrelide hydrochloride monohydrate · Medicine question

Can I stop anagrelide suddenly?

iatroX medicinesPublished 18 August 2026Reviewed 18 August 2026

The answer

Answer

No. Sudden withdrawal can cause a rapid platelet rebound and potentially serious thrombosis, including stroke. Speak to the specialist team first.

Sources for this answer

Anagrelide Milpharm 0.5mg hard Capsulesemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 5
UK GovernmentUK Government · Reputable Web

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