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Does Cetrizine In The Long Run Reduce The Hemoglobin Level?
dear doctar, i have been using cetrizine tablets for about 15 years to get relief from skin itching. years. my hb ievels are decreasing since the last 6years.now i want to know whether this hb drop is due to regular usage of cetrine.if so what would be the alternative medicine to replace cetrine.Thankyou
Thu, 27 Jul 2017
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Cetirizine does not cause decreased hemoglobin levels.
There are several causes for falling Hemoglobin levels including iron, vitamin B12, folic acid levels, hemolysis, liver disease, bleeding etc.
Complete blood count and peripheral smear should be done as an initial step. Depending on the results, further investigations will also be necessary.
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Dr.Lekshmi
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Cetirizine does not cause decreased hemoglobin levels.
There are several causes for falling Hemoglobin levels including iron, vitamin B12, folic acid levels, hemolysis, liver disease, bleeding etc.
Complete blood count and peripheral smear should be done as an initial step. Depending on the results, further investigations will also be necessary.
Hope this answers your question
Please address further questions here
Regards,
Dr.Lekshmi
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