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ruxolitinib phosphate · Medicine question

Can Jakavi (ruxolitinib phosphate) cause anaemia?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Yes, Jakavi (ruxolitinib phosphate) can cause anaemia, which may require blood transfusions, dose modifications or treatment interruption.

Sources for this answer

Jakavi 5mg, 10mg, 15mg and 20mg TabletsNovartis Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use · Version 29Document updated 9 September 2025

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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