Do I stop Napraxon before blood tests

[mary53]

Hi quick question. I am due to have a blood test prior to hospital appointment. Currently on hydroquinone Napraxon and stomach tablets. Feel like nothings working. I've never had any abnormalities in blood work. Would it better to stop Napraxon before my blood test and if so how long for? Thanks in advance

[dtech]

If this is your regular blood test for RA then carry on as normal. If it is for something else the hospital should have advised you. If in doubt, give them a ring.

[nomoreheels]

I've replied to some of your previous posts before Mary & I would guess this is only your second follow up appointment following diagnosis. If this is the case you don't need to stop it as naproxen was likely one of the meds your GP or Rheumy prescribed to help reduce inflammation & so part of your treatment. He reads the results of the blood test to see how you're reacting to them & if they're having an effect.

Sounds like as you say you feel that nothing's working he may need to review or change your HCQ or naproxen or add something else. Your bloods, examination & symptoms this time will give him the information he needs to decide the best way forward for treating you.

Let us know how you get on at your appointment.

[mary53 in reply to nomoreheels]

Thanks for your reply. Will let you know how it goes