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Imbruvica issues from starting & stopping

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Started on Imbruvica 420mg last year for CLL & have had to stop for 3 weeks for bladder surg, 3 times... anyone have any issues from stopping then restarting every few months ?...

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Hi I had to stop and start Ibruitinib for cataract surgery recently twice within a few months of each eye. I stopped 3 weeks first time and 2 weeks second time, as no bleeding occurred. I had no difficulties or return of symptoms. Hope this helps.

Good luck with the surgery.

Ann

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Wondered what happened if surgery needed - thanks for info

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