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romiplostim · Medicine question

Can romiplostim cause blood clots even if the platelet count is not high?

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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Answer

Yes. Thrombotic events have occurred regardless of platelet count, so new clot symptoms require urgent assessment.

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