I had never had low platelets and started taking Lipitor 1 month ago know
my platelets are 104.
Has Lipitor ever been shown to lower platelet?
Question posted by Generose on 19 April 2012
Last updated on 19 April 2012 by Marvell
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Marvell
19 April 2012
Yes, Lipitor can cause low platelets.
Hematologic side effects including hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, and leukopenia have occurred with HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. These effects may be manifestations of a hypersensitivity reaction.
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