NCIt definition : A synthetic quinazoline derivative, Anagrelide reduces platelet production through
a decrease in megakaryocyte maturation. Anagrelide inhibits cyclic AMP phosphodiesterase,
as well as ADP- and collagen-induced platelet aggregation. At therapeutic doses, it
does not influence white cell counts or coagulation parameters. Anagrelide is used
for treatment of essential thrombocythemia to reduce elevated platelet counts and
the risk of thrombosis. (NCI04);
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A drug that is used to decrease the number of platelets in the blood in
order to prevent blood clotting.;