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Is Arava Pills Advisable For Low WBC Count?

I have RA.. Dr has prescribed Arava 20mg but I also take Methotrexate and phamacist said it is not good to take these two together? The doctor lower my Methotrexate to 3/once a week because my white blood count is low but then prescribed Arava..should I take it
Thu, 3 Aug 2023
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Hi,

It is safe to use Arava with lower dosage of Methotrexate. Many people easily tolerate this combination. You don't to worry about it. Rest assured if there're any side effects like vomiting, diarrhea or abdominal pain, you can inform your doctor.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Fahum Akhter, General & Family Physician
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Is Arava Pills Advisable For Low WBC Count?

Hi, It is safe to use Arava with lower dosage of Methotrexate. Many people easily tolerate this combination. You don t to worry about it. Rest assured if there re any side effects like vomiting, diarrhea or abdominal pain, you can inform your doctor. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Fahum Akhter, General & Family Physician