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I read that angiotensin receptor blockers can cause a decrease in white blood cells or a decrease in blood platelets. when does this happen and how frequently should blood tests be done to monitor?
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Any medicine can have side effects. It is approved for usage when considered safe in common usage. This affect on wbc's is extremely rare and therefore seldom routinely monitored
Answered 1/6/2023
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