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Discussion Forums => Miscellaneous Questions => Topic started by: Manal on March 23, 2007, 03:44:15 PM

Title: Antibiotics
Post by: Manal on March 23, 2007, 03:44:15 PM

Hi

To my knowledge, medicines that contain salfa shouldn't be taken by thal because they increase hemolysis.
What about antibiotics, do they have the same effect???

Manal

Title: Re: Antibiotics
Post by: Courtenay1826 on March 25, 2007, 03:45:16 AM

Manal-

Sulfa (I think this is what you mean) is usually part of a sulfonamide based antibacterial agent. It can cause hemolysis and can induce very serious allergic reactions in many people.  It is generally avoided unless you don't have a history of blood disorders or allergic reactions.  Its not REALLY an antibiotic, but it works in the same way.  It also blocks folate - so definitely a stay away for thals!

Title: Re: Antibiotics
Post by: Manal on March 25, 2007, 09:41:15 PM

Thanks Courtenay :hugfriend

Manal

Title: Re: Antibiotics
Post by: Courtenay1826 on March 26, 2007, 12:59:39 AM

Your welcome Manal!  :hugfriend