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Methotrexate-induced neutropenia

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Good Evening,

I’ve been on methotrexate for 6 years and unlike many others I haven’t had many problems with it, until about 6 weeks ago when I had to stop taking it due to my neutrophil count being under 1. Has anyone else had this problem and any ideas for what I can do whilst I wait to hear back from my consultant?

I take 200mg of hydroxochloriquine once a day and I did used to take this twice a day, so perhaps I could increase the dose but I’m reluctant to do that without the approval of my consultant.

Any advice would be appreciated as I’m struggling!

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Good Morning purple1995,

As as I am not medically trained, I would not be able to advise with medications and blood disorders, however I can share information with you that might be useful (see below). Although... as you have been a member for a while and have been on you medication for a number of years, you may have come across this before.

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I also would have suggested you contact your consultant as soon as possible with the new or persisting symptoms and concerns, so they could advise. As you have done this already, did you hear back from your consultant?

Keep us updated on your progress.

Warmest regards,

Michaella 😊

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