Antibiotics with E.T.

[azaelea]

Hello all, just a question about the antibiotic Nitrofurantoin an antibiotic I’ve been given for UTI after having had two previous different antibiotics in last two weeks. I should like to know if this medication is safe to take with Essential Thrombocythemia and taking Hydroxycarbamide. I understand this antibiotic can affect blood cells, particularly reducing platelets , which HU also does. The “ out of hours” Dr. who prescribed this said it was alright to take with the list of medications I take. I know that not many GP’s are fully aware of our MPN’s and what they involve. I’d appreciate your thoughts. Thanks, Fran

[Cat1001954]

hi I take this med every other month due to utis It’s no bother at all I have ET and on Hydroxycabamide so do not worry

[azaelea in reply to Cat1001954]

Thank you so much for your quick reply.

[Cat1001954 in reply to azaelea]

Your welcome anytime