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Tecfidera and Lymphopenia

Result of checking the interaction of drug Tecfidera and disease Lymphopenia for safety when used together.

Check result:

Tecfidera <> Lymphopenia

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

The use of dimethyl fumarate may decrease lymphocyte counts. It is recommended to obtain a CBC count before initiating treatment, 6 months after starting treatment, and then every 6 to 12 months thereafter, and as clinically indicated. Consider interrupting therapy in patients with lymphocyte counts less than 0.5 x 109/L persisting for more than six months and withhold treatment from patients with serious infections until resolution. Caution is recommended and the decisions about whether or not to restart therapy in these patients should be individualized based on clinical circumstances.

Tecfidera

Generic Name: dimethyl fumarate

Brand Name: Tecfidera, Tecfidera Starter Pack

Synonyms: n.a.

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