Brief Answer:

It can be stopped but you should talk about it with your doctor.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Ticlopidine may indeed cause various hematologic side effects including the ones you've mentioned.

I agree with your idea to stop it but you shouldn't do so until you talk about it with your doctor in order to receive an alternative drug that fits your situation.

Stopping drugs like Ticlopidine may increase your risk for thrombotic events. On the other hand continuing to take a drug that causes side effects bears some risks too (depending on the side effect obviously).

Ticlopidine may cause isolated hematologic findings or even thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura which is a serious disorder.

So in conclusion, you'd better let your doctor know about your recent lab tests as soon as possible.

I hope you find my comments helpful!

Kind regards,
Dr. Panagiotis Zografakis, Internal Medicine Specialist

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