Query

[Simris]

Hi everyone,

Wanting to ask a question. I am currently on chemo tablets (hydroxy), unfortunately I've got a uti and gp has prescribed antibiotics macrobid, can anyone tell me if ok to use both these meds together???? Any advice would be very much appreciated and thanks in advance.

Phyllis x

[mhos61]

Hi Phyllis.

I had a UTI a couple of months back and was prescribed ‘Nitrofurantoin,’ which is sold under the trade name macrobid. I’m also on hydrea and it was ok with me. To be on the safe side you could always run it past the Pharmacist too if you’re concerned.

[Simris in reply to mhos61]

Hi mhos61,

Thank you so much for your reply to my query. I spoke with the pharmacist and she confirmed ok to take antibiotics for uti alongside hydroxy. I very much appreciate your taking time to reply.

Thanks again

Phyllis x

[Raphael_UK]

It does not come up on the drug interaction app. as being a problem. You can safely take both, the pharmacist would also check this. You could, to feel reassured ask you pharmacist when you collect your meds.

[Simris in reply to Raphael_UK]

Hi Raohael_UK,

Thank you so much for your reply to my query, I checked with pharmacist and she confirmed ok to take antibiotics alongside hydroxy. I appreciate your taking time to reply to my query.

Thanks again

Phyllis x

[Applesnpears]

Check with your pharmacist is always a good plan.

Make sure you follow the advice about how best to take nitrofurantoin. It can upset your stomach and if your symptoms improve it may be tempting to stop before the course is complete. Don't.

[Simris in reply to Applesnpears]

Hi Applesnpears,

Thank you so much for your advice, I spoke with my pharmacist and she confirmed that ok to take antibiotics alongside hydroxy. I very much appreciate your taking time to reply to my query.

Thanks again

Phyllis x

[hunter5582]

Do be sure to talk to your hematologist about the UTI. Dysuria is one of the known side effects of HU. HU can lower your body's immunity to a number if infections, so it is important to let the doc know of any changes like that you notice. Not to say that is for sure the HU, but you do want to be sure to work with your doc to monitor your reactions.

[Mazcd Partner MPNVoice]

Hi Simris, I hope you are feeling better and the antibiotics are helping. Best wishes, Maz

[Simris in reply to Mazcd]

Hi Maz,

Yes thank you I'm feeling much better and uti clearing up nicely. Can you let me know what guidelines we ET sufferers should be following at the moment as regards coronavirus?? I think I seen something posted few but can't find it now, just want to do whatever keeps me safe.

thank you in advance

Phyllis xx