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FatsT:
Does Exjade (deferasirox) cause WBC to drop?

Andy Battaglia:
It can. It happens more in older patients being treated for conditions besides thalassemia. It is listed in the precautions for Exjade.
https://www.rxlist.com/exjade-drug.htm#P


--- Quote ---Bone Marrow Suppression
Neutropenia, agranulocytosis, worsening anemia, and thrombocytopenia, including fatal events, have been reported in patients treated with Exjade. Preexisting hematologic disorders may increase this risk. Monitor blood counts in all patients. Interrupt treatment with Exjade in patients who develop cytopenias until the cause of the cytopenia has been determined. Exjade is contraindicated in patients with platelet counts below 50 x 109 /L.
--- End quote ---

FatsT:
If it has dropped, but it's still in normal range, what do you suggest I do?

Andy Battaglia:
There is no reason for concern if it's in the normal range. Every time you get tested, the level will be different. It's not cause for concern.

FatsT:
It was constantly between 9000-11000. It has now reached 6000? Is this not something to worry about ?

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