A pharmacokinetics/phamacodynamics (PKPD) model of romiplostim-mediated platelet production is customized for an immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) patient.
The model was used to determine optimum romiplostim dose profiles for stable platelet count control in the patient.
Treatment frequency was identified as a major determining factor in the effectiveness of romiplostim treatment.
A discrete PI controller is sufficient for maintaining stable platelet count in the patient.