Drug reference
romiplostim
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Drug class
Miscellaneous (Miscellaneous)
Mechanism of action
Fusion antibody-peptide that is a thrombopoietin receptor agonist; stimulates proliferation, differentiation, and activity of monocytes, neutrophils, eoxinophils, and macrophages
Common side effects
- Insomnia
- Arthralgia
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Myalgia
- Pain in extremity
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is romiplostim?
romiplostim belongs to: Miscellaneous.
How does romiplostim work?
Fusion antibody-peptide that is a thrombopoietin receptor agonist; stimulates proliferation, differentiation, and activity of monocytes, neutrophils, eoxinophils, and macrophages
What are the common side effects of romiplostim?
Insomnia, Arthralgia, Dizziness, Headache, Myalgia, Pain in extremity
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