Blood Disorders: Medications

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  • Tinzaparin

    11/28/06, Healthwise

    Tinzaparin may cause severe or life-threatening side effects if you use it while you have any active bleeding or hemorrhage, such as a bleeding ulcer, nosebleeds, unusual bruising, blood in your urine or stools, unusual vaginal bleeding, or coughing

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  • Zoledronic acid

    09/25/07, Healthwise

    Your doctor may recommend you have a dental exam for preventive tooth and gum care before you start your treatment with zoledronic acid. This is especially important if you have cancer, if you are undergoing chemotherapy or using steroids, or if you

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  • Bortezomib

    11/15/07, Healthwise

    Bortezomib can lower blood cells that help your body fight infections. This can make it easier for you to bleed from an injury or get sick from being around others who are ill. To be sure your blood cells do not get too low, your blood will need to b

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  • Azacitidine

    07/13/07, Healthwise

    Before receiving azacitidine, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have kidney disease or liver disease.

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  • Cyclophosphamide

    08/31/07, Healthwise

    Cyclophosphamide is an alkylating agent and is related to mustard gas. It causes cell death by interfering with the way genetic material (DNA) in the cell multiplies.

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  • Erythropoietin stimulators

    11/13/07, Healthwise

    Erythropoietin stimulators cause the bone marrow to produce more red blood cells, and they decrease your need for blood transfusions. Anemia often occurs because of a decrease in erythropoietin, a protein produced by the kidneys. Inje

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  • Epoetin

    11/26/08, Healthwise

    Epoetin is the man-made form of something that is produced naturally by your body, erythropoietin. The drug helps red blood cells to grow. It is used to prevent or treat anemia.

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  • Hematopoietic stimulants

    11/26/08, Healthwise

    Hematopoietic stimulants are the man-made form of something that is produced naturally by your body. These drugs help your bone marrow make new white blood cells.

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  • Deep vein thrombosis: Taking anticoagulants safely

    01/15/08, Healthwise

    Deep vein thrombosis is a condition where blood clots develop in the deep veins of your legs. These clots are dangerous because they can block blood flow, which can cause many different complications.

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  • Dipyridamole

    06/13/07, Healthwise

    Before taking dipyridamole, tell your doctor if you have liver disease, low blood pressure, coronary artery disease, angina (chest pain), or if you have recently had a heart attack.

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