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Has Anyone Heard Of High Doses Of Hydroxyurea Bringing Down Folic Acid Levels In The Body, Requiring Supplementation?

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Illinois City, IL
February 12, 2024
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I don't know about folic acid levels, but it can cause macrocytic anemia - which can be confused as a folic acid deficiency.

February 12, 2024

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I've Been Taking Hydroxyurea For About 3 Years For PV Should I Take Folic Acid?

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